Arianna Knox
ART DIRECTION.PRODUCTION DESIGN.
IN FIELD DIRECTION.CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT.
GRAPHIC DESIGN.
A Bit About Me
I'm an Art Director and Designer with a flair for turning big ideas into unforgettable experiences. I specialize in crafting immersive projects that bring magic to life, whether it's a jaw-dropping theme park attraction or a one-of-a-kind special event. From the first spark of inspiration to the final brushstroke, I make sure every project blends storytelling, eye-catching design, and smart functionality.
I've had a blast working on attractions like Super Nintendo World, The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash, and my latest thrill—the upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift. With a background in scenic painting, theatrical design, and fabrication, I add a creative twist to every challenge, crafting environments that captivate guests while keeping things running as smoothly as a well-oiled machine.
Passionate about storytelling and obsessed with the details, I aim to create experiences that leave a lasting smile. I believe that open communication, a dash of empathy, and a relentless commitment to excellence are the secret ingredients to turning great ideas into show-stopping realities—both at work and in life.
Art Director
Universal Creative
March 2023 - Current
Production Designer
Universal Creative
January 2021 - March 2023
Senior Show Set Designer
Universal Creative
April 2019 - January 2021
Show Set Designer
Universal Creative
October 2017 - April 2019
Senior Designer
SeaWorld San Diego
June 2016 - October 2017
Scenic Designer
Multiple Venues
2010 - 2016
Super Nintendo World 2021-2023
In-field Art Director overseeing scenic and fabrication teams, integrating interactives, retail, and dining spaces. Also contributed to production design, CAD modeling, and ADA compliance adjustments. Brought project through to completion.
Fast and Furious Hollywood Drift 2023-Current
Leading art direction, concept development, scenic approvals, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash 2019-2020
Act as lead Designer, In field art director, and Design manager. Led team of contract designers during concept and detail design phases for ride interior.
Scenic design integration for 64 animated figures, and brought attraction from schematic phase through to completion.
Super Nintendo World 2020-2021
Production Design, In field art direction, CAD and modeling, completion of concept art, and SKD packages as well as redesign to meet US ADA standards.
Kung Fu Panda Adventure 2017-2018
In field art direction, SKD's, Creation and completion of "Venue Guide Book" with comprehensive as built information and creative intent quantified into graphic form to allow the park to maintain the ride as originally designed.
The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash 2018-2019
Act as lead designer for ride interior from schematic design through ride completion. Created multiple pieces of concept art for buyoff and presentation as part of show approval, created art direction packages for ride scenes including colored elevations and callouts.
Attraction Show Quality 2017-2018
Designing with the collaboration of park partners, CASP, and IP, to formulate designs that maintain original creative intent across multiple attractions.
Seasonal Events, Park improvement 2016-2017
Designed food venues, stages, and graphics for seasonal events and general park enhancements. Including build packages, print files, and managing in field install.
Theatrical Set Designer 2010-2016
Designed sets for productions ranging from small black-box theaters to off-Broadway.