
Craig Hanna
Principal /
Chief Creative Officer |
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Craig is a filmmaker, writer
and storyteller with nearly 20 years expertise in the creation
of compelling experiences and environments. He serves as
the creative conscience on every Thinkwell project and directs
the creative development of each project from inception to
opening day. As Chief Creative Officer for Thinkwell Design & Production,
his experience in master planning and attraction development
spans a variety of world-class projects including efforts
for The Tussauds Group, The Anheuser Busch Parks,
Lotte, Harrah’s, Sesame Workshop and more.
Prior to founding Thinkwell, Craig was a creative executive
at Universal Studios, where he served as Creative Director
of the company’s regional theme park prototype, developed
for a variety of international locations. In addition to
master planning numerous nontraditional, innovative theme
parks that remain confidential, Craig is probably best known
for pushing the envelope in the creative design of three Thea
Award-winning attractions: Men in Black: Alien Attack
at Universal Studios Florida, Templo
del Fuego, and the nighttime spectacular FiestAventura at
Port Aventura.
Craig is the holder of three attraction patents, is an honored
member of the Wired magazine “Brain Trust,” and
co-created the first rideable simulation video game. Craig
has been elected president of the TEA International board,
the professional association “representing the creators
of compelling places and experiences.” |