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The Architects Behind Epic Universe: Meet the Team Who Made It Possible

    Becoming epic: Here’s who helped build Epic Universe
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    ORLANDO, Fla. – Back in 2016, Mark Woodbury, who is the chairman and CEO of Universal Destinations & Experiences, challenged his team to consider the potential for another theme park within the country.

    Universal Epic Universe started as a doodle on paper; nearly 10 years later, Universal Orlando Resort now has a fourth theme park.

    For those epic worlds to fill dreams, many Central Florida hands were involved to make the park a reality.

    Orange County

    Epic Universe Construction seen by Sky 6

    Epic Universe is the largest single development project Orange County government has ever undertaken.

    To ensure the project’s progress remained on target, it was crucial for Orange County to be situated nearby, prompting the establishment of a satellite office adjacent to the construction area.

    Larry Wildermuth, the county’s chief code inspector, mentioned, “The establishment of that satellite office was a transformative move for us. It ensured that if any significant issues arose or if an inspector faced a challenge, being nearby was essential. Having a centralized place for communication and operations so close to the project site made an enormous difference.”

    Epic Universe development by the numbers:

    • 750 acres of land

    • 1,150 permits

    • 34,0000 inspections

    • $12.6 million in permitting fee revenue to the Building Safety Division, with an estimated job value of $1.6 billion

    In its first year, Epic Universe is expected to bring $2 billion into Florida’s economy and create 17,500 new jobs nationwide.

    University of Central Florida

    Within the Epic neighborhood sits UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management, and the school has played a critical role in preparing the workforce behind Epic Universe.

    Its themed experience program, part of the College of Arts and Humanities, offers a direct pathway into the heart of the creative industry.

    As one of the first programs of its kind in the nation, it equips students with the specialized skills required to design attractions.

    Graduates often pursue careers as show set designers, architects, show writers, coordinators, project managers, producers, art directors and even creative directors at leading themed entertainment companies.

    In the fall of 2024, UCF’s Pegasus magazine spotlighted UCF alumni behind Epic Universe attractions.

    Not only is Epic Universe a place for employment possibilities, it also serves as an educational tool in UCF curriculum, like theme park and attraction management and culinary programs.

    Full Sail University

    Full Sail University (fullsail.edu)

    Guest experience is important. To help with that, Universal Orlando turned to the Full Sail community.

    According to the private university, graduates, faculty and students helped out with mobile apps, marketing videos and the construction of over a dozen buildings in Celestial Park.

    Full Sail University offers various programs with strong ties to Central Florida theme parks, such as Recording Arts, Show Production, and Entertainment Business.

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