Ryan Miziker
Chief Creative Officer
Ryan Miziker
Chief Creative Officer
As Chief Creative Officer of Miziker Entertainment, Ryan provides the creative catalyst for dozens of international and domestic projects. Some of these include the award winning Journey of Lights Parade for Chimelong Group, the initial creative development for Tokyo Disneyland’s 40th anniversary Harmony in Color parade, the Biohazard (Resident Evil) Halloween event at Universal Studios Japan, as well as heading up creative direction for Miziker’s ongoing creative design and planning with the Pueblo of Laguna in New Mexico for a new cultural entertainment center.
With several decades of experience leading the world’s top creative teams, Ryan has honed the ability to actualize his unique ideas from concepts to finished products. Over his career, Ryan has become a prolific artist and designer, mastering the his trade as well as developing skillsets in multi-media and music production. He has been fortunate to work with the highest caliber artists, architects, art directors, celebrity talent, clients, print and motion graphics designers, composers, licensed properties, and diverse talents from all areas of the entertainment industry.
Dan Rucinski
Creative Director
Dan Rucinski
Creative Director
Dan is a veteran Creative Director, Production Designer, Art Director, & Set Decorator with over 30 years of experience in Hollywood. Backing up his professional work, Dan has a in-depth knowledge of film history, with a lifelong passion for all things horror. He has been staging elaborate Halloween-themed events in Los Angeles for over a decade, creating fully immersive environments, which have received rave reviews for their world-class concepts, designs, and fabrication. Last year Dan took his Halloween prowess to the next level overseeing a 40,000 sq ft immersive haunted attraction, Onionhead’s Revenge, at Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota. From creating physical sets for film, television and live show venues, to producing groundbreaking work in animation and visual effects, Dan meets every challenge with professionalism, passion and attention to detail creating experiences appreciated by guests around the world.
Ron Miziker
Founder / Creative Consultant
Ron Miziker
Founder / Creative Consultant
Ron is one of the nation’s foremost showmen and a preeminent force in creating spectaculars, parades and special shows for worldwide audiences. With over fifty years of show experience, he served as the head of Miziker Entertainment for thirty years, successfully completing more than 500 projects for over 200 clients in 24 countries. In 2015, he was honored with the Themed Entertainment Association’s Buzz Price Award for a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements.
Charlotte Huggins
CEO / Executive Producer
Charlotte Huggins
CEO / Executive Producer
A multi-format media and movie producer, Charlotte has over 30 years experience in the entertainment industry, 15 of which she spent specializing in 3D live-action and animation for the feature film and special venue markets. She has served on the Board of Directors of the Producers Guild of America New Media Council and the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, and was part of the founding Executive Boards of the Visual Effects Society and the International 3D Society. As Miziker’s CEO, Charlotte has taken bold steps for the company, forging new connections in both national and international markets, and captaining the company’s efforts into emerging fields such as live horror experiences.
Charlotte has produced dozens of IMAX, special venue and feature films including Journey to the Center of the Earth, starring Brendan Fraser, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson for Warner Bros./New Line, and Metallica Thru the Never for Blackened/Picturehouse as well as ride and attraction films for theme parks and special venues including Disney, Futuroscope, The Eftling, Aquarium of the Pacific, National Geographic, the Nature Conservancy and many more. In addition to her prolific career in Hollywood, Charlotte has devoted herself for the past decade to the themed entertainment industry by leading Miziker Entertainment through dozens of projects around the world. Most notable of these projects have been the award winning Journey of Lights Parade for Chimelong group, and the current American Monsters haunted immersive attraction at Mall of America.
Lei Zhenchuan
VP International Business Development
Lei Zhenchuan
VP International Business Development
As Miziker develops its connection to the Chinese market, Lei has proven to be the critical local connection in the region. Lei is a graduate of Emerson College in Massachusetts, with a degree in film production, and brings his media coordinating and global travel experiences to the variety of Miziker projects. In addition to general project coordination, Lei has been crucial in the organization and establishment of Miziker’s Guangzhou office, liaising with clients, vendors and partners across Asia. Whether he’s translating important company documents, facilitating project development, or providing critical information in the field, Lei proves himself to be a vital team member.
John Ramirez
Concept Artist & Illustrator
John Ramirez
Concept Artist & Illustrator
A world-renowned artist, John has contributed to projects in a variety of fields, such as theme parks, museums, parades, film, animation, character and costume design, and advertising. His unique ability to sketch from verbal instructions and to work with a collaborative team, allows him to make the leap from concept to finished product with efficiency and vision. As a prolific artist, John has worked with Miziker Entertainment for over 20 years on projects around the world, drawing some of the company’s most iconic work.
David Foley
Technical Director
David Foley
Technical Director
David has spent the last 15 years of his career installing, operating and maintaining some of the world’s largest architectural and water spectacles. Specializing in design and integration of architectural systems for special venue application, Foley considers every aspect of the artistic and operational intent, from capacity and logistical requirements, to artistic effect and guest experience. Foley’s breadth of knowledge not only lends itself to the out-of-the-box thinking at Miziker, it inspires it, providing a pragmatic jumping-off point for some of the company’s biggest ideas.
Kenny Zhou
Senior Project Coordinator
Kenny Zhou
Senior Project Coordinator
Working behind the scenes of every project, Kenny is a force of nature on the Miziker team. He developed his interpersonal abilities working in the hip-hop music industry, where he advocated for artists and stake holders alike. As the primary point of contact, Miziker relies on him to represent the company with clients, vendors, and collaborators. Kenny’s breadth of administrative knowledge and skillful communication are fundamental to the success of Miziker.
Patrick Huggins
Project Coordinator
Patrick Huggins
Project Coordinator
As a recent college graduate from George Washington University, Patrick joined the Miziker team to assist with and facilitate creative and administrative work at the company. With a background in creative and scientific writing, Patrick is comfortable undertaking a wide array of tasks, from copy editing, to concept and proposal production. His imagination and recent entry into the field provide the company with a fresh take on many aspects of their established projects and procedures.
Lashette Showers
Project Manager
Lashette Showers
Project Manager
Having seen every side of the production process, Lashette brings a rounded sense of pragmatism to every project she coordinates. Before coming to Miziker, she traveled the country as a performer in quick turnover, highly technical live shows, giving her valuable experience in front of audiences. As a project manager at Miziker, Lashette is a catalyst for creative energy, seamlessly sorting the company’s logistical concerns and allowing artists and project directors the space to comfortably deliver their work on schedule.
Corey Carter
Attorney
Corey Carter
Attorney
As outside counsel for Miziker, Corey is an indispensable asset, providing expert legal counsel in contract negotiations, expansion procedures and general legal advice. With a decade of experience in and out of the courtroom, Corey began his career fighting for justice in bankruptcy court, for which he was recognized in the United States Bankruptcy Court Central District of California Honor Roll of Pro Bono Volunteers from 2011 to 2018. Whether working directly with clients or with the Miziker executive team, Corey supports the company in all aspects of local and global business.
Shawn Delrahim
Accountant
Shawn Delrahim
Accountant
Shawn has been a practicing CPA for over 10 years at various public accounting firms and has a particular instinct for identifying straightforward solutions to complex financial problems. As a trusted financial advisor, Shawn employs his creative financial planning strategies, forensic accounting and bookkeeping skills to keep the business and financial component of the company steady, even in the dynamic business environment of the themed entertainment industry.
Mirena Rada
Costume Designer
Mirena Rada
Costume Designer
An innovator in the field of theme park costume design, Mirena blazes new trails in the industry with her imaginative take on every project. Having worked at some of the best and biggest theme parks in the industry over her long career, Mirena has the experience and passion needed to bring Miziker’s zaniest ideas to life through brilliant costuming design and technology. Using sublimation and illumination techniques that have come to be her signature, she conjures movement and energy in every piece. Miziker has had the pleasure of working with Mirena for many years to bring captivating wonder to audiences around the world.
Tim Hosman
Composer & Music Supervisor
Tim Hosman
Composer & Music Supervisor
An Emmy winning composer, Tim has provided music for Miziker Entertainment’s shows and attractions for over two decades. Tim received his degree in composition and orchestration at LA’s renowned Grove’s School of Music. Over his long career Tim has produced catchy and beautiful music for a wide array of media formats and venues including film, television, radio, live shows, and parades. His fresh musical approach brings life and emotion to every project he is involved in, and his uncanny ability for memorable songs leaves audiences around the world humming his tunes.
Joseph White
Show Control Designer
Joseph White
Show Control Designer
Joseph provides expert audio/visual design, show control, and integration services to themed entertainment venues. He has established a specialty in systems where unconventional thinking is required to execute cutting-edge projects. With over 10 years of industry experience, he utilizes a first-principles design approach that emphasizes innovation, and build show systems where every detail is engineered rather than copied to create a unique customized experience optimized for each client’s specific needs. His specialized expertise has allowed Miziker to create truly unique and memorable shows in parks around the world.
Joshua Updike
Creative Director
Joshua Updike
Creative Director
Josh is a multi-Thea Award-winning theme park and attraction designer and executive. A past member of the Themed Entertainment Association’s International Board of Directors, Josh has over 20 years of experience in themed entertainment design and out-of-home experience development. At Miziker, Josh is a well of knowledge that inspires unique show concepts and provides production and operational insight. Josh can recall details about any number of shows from parks and venues around the world at a moments notice, and expand on them, pushing guest experiences in new and ground-breaking directions.
Chris Ulrich
Art Director & Concept Artist
Chris Ulrich
Art Director & Concept Artist
A classically trained visual artist with experience from around the world, Chris has developed a striking style that has inspired many of Miziker’s boldest creations. Chris is an accomplished artist, with his work frequently appearing in film and television, as well as across the country in murals and special venues. Not only is Chris an extremely talented painter and illustrator, he is also inspired by and knowledgeable about the intersection between art, engineering, and performance. This interdisciplinary understanding led Chris to develop Miziker’s kinetics division, Mas Fiesta, where he has been responsible for creating a wide array of large-scale kinetic puppets and costumes for international shows and events.
Brian Gale
Lighting Designer
Brian Gale
Lighting Designer
With over 30 years of professional Lighting Design experience, Brian has gained not only a mastery of lighting design, but also an in depth knowledge of the themed entertainment industry. However, it is not just his technical acumen that makes Brian indispensable, his imaginative and curious nature also leads him to the perfect lighting solution in every project. With Brian’s expert guidance and knowledge, Miziker has been able combine cutting edge technology with years of design experience to create unforgettable, visual guest experiences.
Amy Zhao
Interpreter
Amy Zhao
Interpreter
Ainsworth Lin
Concept Illustrator
Ainsworth Lin
Concept Illustrator
Ainsworth is a talented vis-dev artist and illustrator who has worked with Miziker to create some of the company’s most innovative and endearing characters and concepts. His natural ability to capture a feeling or emotion from creative meetings and short treatments manifests in his vivd depictions of characters and scenes, as well as fun and exciting animations. With Ainsworth in the office the Miziker creative team gains the ability to bring to life any number of ideas with the backing of a professional artist who understands the in’s and out’s of themed entertainment.
Greg DeFatta
Senior Creative Director, Haunted Attractions
Greg DeFatta
Senior Creative Director, Haunted Attractions
With over three decades of experience and more than 1,000 haunted houses and shows produced, Greg has proven himself to be one of the world’s foremost horror showmen. In his long career, Greg has designed and produced everything from fully original concepts like his famous “Haunted Hotel” in San Diego, to collaborations with clients such as Universal Studios to bring their iconic creatures to life in “The Chamber of Chills.” Greg is widely recognized as an industry leader. In 2019, one of his shows ranked in the top five haunted attractions in the United States by CNN. A recent feature in the New York Times showed Greg to be a timeless innovator, able to capture a modern audience with new, more thrilling haunts. Working with Miziker, Greg brings an unparalleled command of Halloween haunts and creative leadership backed with a chilling love of his craft.
Dylan DeFatta
Creative Director, Haunted Attractions
Dylan DeFatta
Creative Director, Haunted Attractions
Born into the world of haunts, Dylan knows every side of this thrilling industry from the ground up. With a background in fabrication and construction, he began his career in the family business designing and building haunted houses with his father, legendary haunt expert Greg DeFatta. After initially focusing on the construction side of the company, Dylan eventually moved into creating special effects where he learned to shock and amaze his guests with clever use of audio, lighting, and pneumatics. Now focused on design, Dylan uses his expertise to take exciting new attractions from ideation to reality. As part of the Miziker haunt team, Dylan relies on his thoughtfully crafted design philosophy and packs a whole lot of spooky fun in every project he takes on.