
ABOUT ME
WHO AM I
Kareem Ameen is a creative strategist, cultural leader, and experience designer who believes every powerful design begins with empathy and ends with impact. With roots in themed entertainment, museums, and immersive storytelling, his work bridges artistry and operations—bringing complex ideas to life across public spaces, cultural institutions, and community-driven projects.
Over the past decade, Kareem has led multidisciplinary teams and large-scale productions for world-renowned organizations including Universal Creative, The Kennedy Center, and SeaWorld Parks. His approach blends emotional intelligence with strategic foresight, ensuring that every experience—whether a scenic installation, exhibit, or educational initiative—connects meaningfully with its audience.
A graduate of George Mason University’s self-designed program in Applied Creativity and Development, Kareem remains committed to inclusive design, cross-cultural engagement, and the belief that creativity can be a tool for both transformation and belonging.
EXPERIENCE
INVOLVEMENT
'23 - '25
Project Manager
Artistic Entertainment Services
'23 - '25
22 - '23
Senior Production Designer
The Great Escape Room
'22 - '23
'14 - '22
Independent Creative Director
Freelance
'14 - '22
'19 - '20
Lead Exhibit & Scenic Designer
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
'19 - '20
'18 - '19
Creative Director
Center for the Arts
'18 - '19
'17 - '18
Designer & Fabricator
Universal Creative
'17 - '18
'15 - '18
Production Designer
George Mason University
'15 - '18
'16 - '17
Production & Exhibition Manager
The Kennedy Center
'16 - '17
'13 - '14
Junior Artistic Director
LCPS
'13 - '14
CONCENTRATIONS
EXPERTISE
ART
Art & Design
13+ Years
Using methods to make an experience aesthetically pleasing for the audience.
"Creativity Is Contagious"
ART
Art & Design
13+ Years
Using methods to make an experience aesthetically pleasing for the audience.
"Creativity Is Contagious"
ART
THR
Theatre
12+ Years
Using methods to help an experience tell a captivating story for the audience.
"All The World's A Stage"
THR
Theatre
12+ Years
Using methods to help an experience tell a captivating story for the audience.
"All The World's A Stage"
THR
ENG
Engineering
7+ Years
Using methods to make an experience safe and functional for the audience.
"Design Is How It Works"
ENG
Engineering
7+ Years
Using methods to make an experience safe and functional for the audience.
"Design Is How It Works"
ENG
PSY
Psychology
9+ Years
Using methods to help an experience evoke emotions and a positive user experience.
"Don't Ignore People"
PSY
Psychology
9+ Years
Using methods to help an experience evoke emotions and a positive user experience.
"Don't Ignore People"
PSY
DIFFERENCE
MY VISION
What sets me apart from others is the breadth of experience I carry — from teaching high school courses, to creating lasting designs in every major branch of the entertainment industry. I envision being on the cutting edge of creative development for the next generation of immersive and interactive entertainment experiences. I welcome all challenges, especially those outside of my area of expertise. It opens the possibility to confront problems head-on and gain new insights in the process. This type of initiative and motivation extends to all aspects of my work ethic. My work balances the analytical with an almost boundless sense of imagination.