Madison Luse
Orlando,FL
Summary
Extremely motivated to learn and grow in the Animal Science field and workplace. Experienced with animal well-being and care as well as communicating and leading a team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Animal Trainer
Natural Encounters Inc.
01.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and healthy environment for the animals in the collection set forth by AZA/industry standards.
- Prepared and delivered proper diets and supplements to the animals.
- Cued or signaled animals during performances.
- Releasing and recovering animals during and after show.
- Used positive reinforcement training for a wide variety of show and husbandry behaviors.
- Kept daily detailed behavior and husbandry notes.
Character Attendant
Walt Disney World Resort
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted performers with costume preparation and ensured proper fit for optimal performance.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting plans based on changing circumstances or priorities throughout shifts.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing guest safety while minimizing disruption to the overall experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of character areas, ensuring an inviting environment for guests.
- Ensured performer safety by closely monitoring interactions between characters and guests.
Kilimanjaro Safaris Guide
Walt Disney World Resort
06.2021 - Current
- Lead guests on an immersive African Safari.
- Ensure the safety of guests, coworkers, and animals alike.
- Provide information and answer questions on a number of taxa in the collection.
- Operate a large vehicle through multiple kinds of terrain.
Cashier
Via Napoli Restaurant -Epcot
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Accurately kept nightly records involving transactions, tip outs, and cash flow.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Assisted fellow cast members in refunds, cash outs, guest interactions, and guest engagement.
- Gained proficiency in Excel and Word through daily record keeping of transactions, sale volume, and cash flow.
- Ensured kiosks were properly stocked through the work day.
- Provided excellence guest service and interactions on a daily basis.
Africa Hoofstock/Pachyderm Intern
ZooTampa
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Worked with a wide variety of animals, including elephant, rhino, giraffe, okapi, zebra, and pygmy hippo.
- Performed daily husbandry tasks including meal preparations, maintaining clean environments, and enrichment.
- Chose, prepared, and documented daily enrichment for animals in the collection.
- Observed daily animal training sessions and cooperations studies.
- Performed observational studies and documented findings of animals in the collection.
- Learned the importance of operant conditioning and positive reinforcement to ensure the health and safety of an animal.
Conservation Education Presenter
Disney's Animal Kingdom
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Educated guests on African, Asian, and Native Floridian wildlife
- Informed guests on many aspects such as: animal calls and tracking, nutrition, habitats, and reproduction
- Educated guests of all ages on the importance of conservation of wildlife and wild places
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences
- Created interactions to inform and inspire change in guests
- Adjusted learning experiences to ensure a positive impact on guests of all ages and learning styles
Safari West Camp Counselor
Safari West Wildlife Foundation
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked daily with children ages 8-12, in both classroom and outdoor settings
- Maintained safe work and educational environments for children and coworkers alike
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students
- Educated campers on the importance of conservation of both plants and animals
- Educated campers on native Californian wildlife as well as native African wildlife
- Organized camp curriculum and was able to adapt and change curriculum when needed
Intern/Shadowing
Don R Mann, DVM, Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Accurately kept nightly records involving transactions, tip outs, and cash flow.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Assisted fellow cast members in refunds, cash outs, guest interactions, and guest engagement.
- Gained proficiency in Excel and Word through daily record keeping of transactions, sale volume, and cash flow.
- Ensured kiosks were properly stocked through the work day.
- Provided excellence guest service and interactions on a daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The University of Findlay
Findlay, OH2019
Skills
- AZA Standard Animal Husbandry
- Operant Conditioning Training
- Conservation management
- Animal vaccine administration
- Exceptional animal-handling skills
- High level Guest engagement
- Knowledge of many breeds/taxa
- Public speaking
- Animal Evaluation
- Animal Nutrition
Additional Information
- Student athlete for the University of Findlay in their Women's Lacrosse Program
- Hands-on experience with livestock through The University of Findlay including routine exams, hoof trimmings, dehornings, tail dockings, and feedings
- Experience in animal breeding, delivery, and castrations
Timeline
Character Attendant
Walt Disney World Resort
04.2023 - Current
Animal Trainer
Natural Encounters Inc.
01.2022 - Current
Kilimanjaro Safaris Guide
Walt Disney World Resort
06.2021 - Current
Africa Hoofstock/Pachyderm Intern
ZooTampa
08.2020 - 10.2020
Cashier
Via Napoli Restaurant -Epcot
07.2020 - 11.2021
Conservation Education Presenter
Disney's Animal Kingdom
01.2020 - 04.2020
Safari West Camp Counselor
Safari West Wildlife Foundation
05.2019 - 08.2019
Intern/Shadowing
Don R Mann, DVM, Inc
01.2015 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
The University of Findlay
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