Kai Nossek

I am a dynamic and detail-oriented creative with a strong background in design, visual storytelling, and project coordination. With over eight years of experience in entertainment, exhibitions, and immersive environments, I have a proven track record of transforming concepts into engaging, audience-focused experiences. I am passionate about crafting visual narratives and bringing ideas to life, whether through graphic design, performances, or immersive installations.

Experience and Engagement Coordinator - Merlin Entertainments (Madame Tussauds London)

(2024-01)

• Creating engaging graphic designs for both internal communications and guest-facing materials.
• Developing creative briefs and design concepts.
• Designing and curating exhibitions, displays, and set decorations with strong attention to detail.
• Project managing and supporting large-scale design projects and new builds.
• Managing budgets and tracking project costs.
• Producing and editing video content for both internal use and guest engagement.
• Conducting historical archive research.
• Designing and delivering comprehensive online and in person training to multiple departments.
• Champion on rolling out the use of Merlin Learning Universe creating interactive learning games and specialised graphics for the Madame Tussauds London Group.
• Building and maintaining strong interdepartmental relationships.
• Leading Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and organising charity events.

Costumier Specialist - Merlin Entertainments (Merlin Magic Making)

(2025-01)

• Interpret costume briefs with precision, collaborating closely with Costume Stylists and Senior Managers across production departments
• Oversee end-to-end costume production, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards
• Assess briefs for costs and timelines, proactively identifying and resolving potential production issues
• Maintain accountability for quality and suitability of all fabrics and costume elements
• Manage external makers, negotiating competitive rates and ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality expectations
• Monitor and enforce quality control across internal and external costume work
• Support production scheduling by tracking costume progress and reporting any delays or changes
• Organize and attend costume fittings, critiques, and photography sessions
• Ensure GDPR compliance for reference materials and sitting files
• Accurately forecast and manage costume budgets
• Maintain detailed dressing notes and support logistics for figure freight
• Juggle multiple costume projects simultaneously, allocating resources and tracking progress
• Bringing extensive costume production knowledge, critique experience, and supplier management skills to the team

Entertainments Supervisor - Merlin Entertainments (Madame Tussauds London)

(2023-01 - 2024-12)

• Managed and trained a team of 18 actors
• Designed, sourced, and maintained costumes
• Developed and created new characters and scripts
• Led creative direction and design for photo projects
• Created and managed monthly shift rotas
• Developed and implemented creative initiatives
• Designed and produced internal graphics
• Championing Diversity & Inclusion
• Developed and executed innovative strategies to increase KPIs and guest engagement
• Led the sourcing and curation of historical items for archive displays
• Directed and coordinated performance reviews and 1:1 check-ins with actors
• Completed daily and incidental paperwork
• Logged maintenance and repair issues

Actor - Merlin Entertainments (not continuous)

(2019-01 - 2023-12)

Held multiple contracts across two major attractions The London Dungeon and Madame Tussauds London, performing in various costumed character roles.

• Acted as Fire Marshal
• Performed for diverse guest groups with group sizes of up to 48 people per show.
• Conducted regular equipment and radio checks
• Handled sales and cash transactions
• Champion of Diversity & Inclusion

Cover Teacher/Assistant - Various Companies (contract work)

(2016-01 - 2021-12)

• Cover Teacher for both Primary and Secondary schools, including exam preparation for GCSE and A Levels
• Teaching Assistant in SEN (Special Educational Needs) for Primary and Secondary schools
• Managed classroom behaviour
• Supervised students on the playground
• Provided pre-booked and day-to-day cove
• Assisted with COVID-19 testing for SEN students in Primary and Secondary schools

Sales Assistant - Irregular Choice

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

Vice Chair of Hotarucon & MC/costume liaison of Haruhicon - Hotarucon & Haruhicon

Anime and japanese culture conventions responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Event organisation
• Stage direction
• Talent manager
• Entertainment logistics
• Master of ceremonies, host and interviewer for various conventions

BSC Hons - Applied Psychology - Cardiff University (2008-01 - 2012-12)

CELTA - Cambridge Certificate of English as a foreign Language Teaching - Concorde International (2015-01 - 2015-12)

Acting for stage and screen - Identity School of Acting (2017-01 - 2018-12)