Covington, Kentucky, United States
Graduated from Xavier University with a degree in Musical Theatre B.A. Currently an Auditor Supervisor in Ride Operations at Kings Island specializing as an International Ride Training Instructor for IROC and internal auditor at all attractions at the park (20 Ride Crews, 50+ Attractions), upholding and encouraging the standards of performance through incentive, consistent feedback, and professional associate and leadership development. Born and raised in Adrian, Michigan and based out of Cincinnati, Ohio. In addition to Operations Management, I am currently a professional actor based out of Cincinnati, OH. Projects and contracts include Musical Theatre and Cabarets. Visit my professional website for more information and upcoming projects: https://anthonyjcontreras.wixsite.com/acon
Promoted from Location Supervisor to Area Auditor Supervisor at Kings Island in Rides. Responsibilities include collaborating on a team to audit all rides and attractions in the park, teaching and aiding in Rides General Knowledge classes, assisting other Area Supervisors in park operations and downtime situations, remediations, ride trainings, and curating in-services to continue on-going training and development operationally and professionally.
2024 Supervisor of North Pie (Boo Blasters on Boo Hill, Great Pumpkin Coaster, Joe Cools Dodgem School, and Charlie Brown's Wind Up) in Planet Snoopy at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio. Cedar Fair Entertainment Company. Certification in IRT IROC (International Ride Operator Certification), Lockout/Tagout certified, and Ride Admissions Policy (RAP), and Skycoaster Site Controller certification. Oversee 25+ associates and developing working skills to further each associates professionalism, park cleanliness, efficiency, and performance. 2023 Supervisor of Xtreme Skyflyer at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio. Cedar Fair Entertainment Company. Certification in IRT IROC (International Ride Operator Certificat ion), Lockout/Tagout certified, and Ride Admissions Policy (RAP), and Skycoaster Site Controller certification.
2022 Oversee the operations of flat rides and roller coasters at Kings Island. Focused on the development and success of other associates by working on guest service, cleanliness, efficiency, and saftey. Promoting integrity and self-awareness when working with others. Locations include Xtreme Skyflyer and Drop Tower and The Bat.
Scarecrow in the Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati. First show in the newly renovated Emery Theatre which houses some of the most technologically advanced theatrical elements in the country. Oct. 10th - Oct. 26th
Doody in Grease August 16-24 TheCarnegie.com