Hi! I'm James, a passionate designer and improviser with a wealth of experience across various fields, from theme park design to patient simulation. I love using creativity to inspire and educate others. My journey has been filled with innovative projects and collaborative experiences that have shaped my approach to design and communication. I'm excited to continue this journey and make a positive impact in everything I do. Outside of work, I enjoy participating in local conventions and creating custom cosplay outfits. With over 25 years of improv experience, I have directed my own troupe and performed at numerous events. I believe in the power of imagination and teamwork to connect people and drive success.…

James Simon MacDonald

Hi! I'm James, a passionate designer and improviser with a wealth of experience across various fields, from theme park design to patient simulation. I love using creativity to inspire and educate others. My journey has been filled with innovative projects and collaborative experiences that have shaped my approach to design and communication. I'm excited to continue this journey and make a positive impact in everything I do. Outside of work, I enjoy participating in local conventions and creating custom cosplay outfits. With over 25 years of improv experience, I have directed my own troupe and performed at numerous events. I believe in the power of imagination and teamwork to connect people and drive success.…

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Hi! I’m James, a passionate designer and improviser with a wealth of experience across various fields, from theme park design to patient simulation. I love using creativity to inspire and educate others. My journey has been filled with innovative projects and collaborative experiences that have shaped my approach to design and communication. I’m excited to continue this journey and make a positive impact in everything I do.

Outside of work, I enjoy participating in local conventions and creating custom cosplay outfits. With over 25 years of improv experience, I have directed my own troupe and performed at numerous events. I believe in the power of imagination and teamwork to connect people and drive success.

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Skills

Experience Level

Costume Design
Expert
T-shirt Design
Expert
Game Design
Expert
3D Design
Expert
Branding
Intermediate
inkscape
Intermediate
Voiceover
Intermediate
Acapella
Intermediate
Backing Vocal
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

LEGO Model Designer at Merlin Magic Making
January 1, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Designed theme-park scaled LEGO models under budget, led focus groups, and introduced novel ideas to use LEGO bricks in innovative ways.
Presenter at Orlando Science Center
January 1, 2015 - Present
Interacted with guests to relay knowledge about the world, assisted in educational experiments, and facilitated tours.
Testing Dept., Customer Service at National Registry of Food Safety Professionals
January 1, 2014 - Present
Scanned and graded exams for Food Safety Professionals and conducted phone and email outreach for potential clients.
Improv Trainer / Admin Assistant at Full Sail University
January 1, 2013 - September 19, 2025
Connected graduates with their advisors to assist them in their search for a career path, performed various office duties, and trained new employees.
LEGO Set Designer at Playwell Bricks
January 1, 2025 - Present
Design LEGO models sets within budget.
Patient Simulator at Florida Southern College
January 1, 2025 - Present
Memorize and improvise patient statuses to interact with nursing students.
LEGO Model Designer at Merlin Magic Making (LEGOLAND)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2025
Designed theme-park scaled LEGO models under budget, trained and led new designers, and established LEGO DNA for models in various LEGOLAND parks.
Docent at Orlando Science Center
January 1, 2015 - Present
Led interactive experiences and assisted guests in educational experiments.
Patient Simulator at Seminole College Nursing Program
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Established the Patient Simulator program and interacted with nursing students.
Admin Assistant Career Dev. at Full Sail University
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Assisted graduates in their search for a career path and managed various office duties.

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Skills

Experience Level

Costume Design
Expert
T-shirt Design
Expert
Game Design
Expert
3D Design
Expert
Branding
Intermediate
inkscape
Intermediate
Voiceover
Intermediate
Acapella
Intermediate
Backing Vocal
Intermediate