The Truth About Working at Universal Studios

Welcome to another episode of Editor Vs KZbin!!
This time we are taking on - KZbin Confessionals or... also known as: Why I left Buzzfeed! This sort of turned into one half being secrets from the Wizarding World of HP and the 2nd half being why I had to leave the company but also a love letter to that part of my life. Weird.
~ K.Shannon Films ~
Katherine Ingram
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Music & SFX: Epidemic Sound
Graphics: Google Images
I do not own the footage of the park at the end- all rights belong to Universal Studios.

[@theultimatekamikaze]

I work in Potter retail at USH now! The off-season on call life is a struggle, but being in Potter and around those who share the love for the wizarding world keeps me going! Love this video!

[@Xxfen1xphyrexX]

I got fired 2 times almost 7 years ago. I've had steady employment history since then working in law enforcement. I was young and stupid. Any chance you think they would hire me back? Or is there no point in trying?

[@SLone3251]

The thing about being depressed and being able to bring joy to people hit the nail on the head for me. That's a real admission, and I loved your story.

[@tahjo7]

Your admission of depression, and the healing effects of being around others on their best days, hearing that was an epiphany like moment for me. I've worked in the leisure/amusement industry since I was 16 (blockbuster & Hollywood video, AMC & Edwards theater, Disneyland, Knotts, & currently at Universal). I feel the same enjoyment being around everyone when fun is being had. Thank you for sharing.

[@kshannonfilms]

Thank you so much! It really is so magical to share a passion with so many people!

[@SonjaJones01]

I just found your channel!! I’m planning on moving to LA next year and would LOVE to work at the Wizarding World so I found this really insightful!! Also I feel like your channel deserves so many more subscribers!! Your editing/quality is amazing and you seem so chill!

[@BrandyMelanaWalkerYT]

You are so beautifully articulated! This video was great! I am so sorry for the challenges you face at Universal but the magic you helped to create will be forever!

[@b.valentine5283]

Love this video! I'm likely moving to Orlando this summer and once the parks reopen, I want to apply! I am completely ok with only getting to work 1 shift a week in my case, but I'm wondering, how do you apply to make sure you're assigned to the "Potter" section?

[@Duderstradt]

Me and my girlfriend and some friends of ours had the opportunity a few months ago to go to Universal in Orlando and then a month ago to Six Flags over Georgia. Personally, I'm a roller coaster/theme park fanatic. I know it's probably overly said about having a "magical" experience but there's ALWAYS something so renewing/refreshing about a theme park/roller coaster to me that I can't seem to get enough of. I even thought of the possibility of potentially working at one though I had big doubts they could replace my current income ($50k). I guess I was just unsure if I should even entertain that step of things by making something I'm fanatical about my everyday job. But isn't that what people do? Find something they're passionate about and then become a part of it for their everyday life? That's the kind of vibe I got when you talked about sharing your love of Potter in your everyday job with people who go there specifically for that.

[@mcisco9]

I wish employers would just be honest about their plans for employees.

[@Honeykillah]

8:08 awwwww, that made my heart hurt a little, happy to see you well !

[@Lameashellcosplay]

Thank you for a little bit of insight into working at universal, I have an interview coming up for custodial work and even though its not a guarantee I'm getting the job I just wanted to make sure I was completely prepared.

[@sophiedavies1217]

Can you do another video of more about like the secrets and how you got the job there. I’d love to hear about it!

[@timcastanedacomedy]

Wow i would have transferred to universal orlando

[@alexusrios5708]

Thank you! Love the vid! I have an interview next week it’s for food but the video definitely helped ❤

[@LegionOfShrooms]

Love how you keep it classy! Most would just bash them.

[@tamaraellis2733]

Hello from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 👋🏻. I stumbled across your video and although not a potter fan (shock horror) I found it very interesting. What a shame your dream job had to end like that though, hopefully you’ll get to England soon x

[@kshannonfilms]

Thank you so much for watching! And thank you - England is definitely on the bucket list!

[@DoYouNerd]

Awesome story to share--thank you! We're definitely Potter fans! Just ask Lady Laci about her proposal!

[@khalilcaldwell6802]

I am a CWI and was offered a job yesterday. I know that our work is on two different planes but I appreciate the insider knowledge. Even if I’m in FL. Thank you

[@xocatherinaa]

I love your energy . I just get such good vibes from you

[@kennethkitchens88]

I worked at Potter in Orlando. I loved it. Even the days when I wanted to burn it all down lol I'm about to go back soon. I'm sorry it didn't work out for you. But I am glad to see you are well. 😁

[@briellefox9195]

How do you apply to specifically work in the Wizarding World? I am having a hard time finding it online.

[@ravenfields8592]

@@briellefox9195 during the interview they ask you what ride u would like to start on usually it’ll only be 2 or 3 rides but it’s all your choice

[@ryleekline753]

Hey, I’m thinking about starting to work there too, i have a few questions how do you get in? Even just working as a cashier in a shop in potter, and also do you get free tickets for yourself as an employee?

[@mozsmith2121]

I am a universal studios vet. I don't work there anymore but I did back in 2004-05. I worked at city walk. It was rough. People can be jerks.

[@Mobscure_]

I would do anything to work at universal. I would be so happy

[@In2it2enjoy]

Girl I’m on the same banana boat. Last season I got a second job during low peak. This year I’m doing the unemployment route because I didn’t know you could collect unemployment even though your still employed with Universal which one of my coworkers informed me that I could do.

[@-Just-Keep-Going]

So glad you enjoyed Harry Potter. I'm a Universal Hollywood employee, I know what you mean about the hours, but I hope you can come back eventually, you seem to have a strong passion for Harry Potter and that doesn't go unnoticed. I know a tad about Harry Potter and I'm always working with the wands just because of the information I know from the movies. But I love Universal, love the company, love the origins, I still can't believe I get to work in the exact spot where Dracula and Jaws were made. It's so cool. Yeah, the hours are tough, but I hope I can pull it off. And I hope you can too, if you choose to come back.

[@CowboyGaytor]

I currently work there in the parking department, the hours used to be bad for me as well, it's a job that you gotta be prepared for, I had a 40 hour job already when I got hired, so I was set, now I get an average of 30 a week, off peak. I love working there, but it can be hard for some, sorry it didn't work out for you.

[@keshiaevans6409]

Great video! What foundation are you wearing, your face is flawless

This was so interesting to hear! I wish i'd seen this earlier as I have some questions. I'm actually heading over to work at Universal Studios in Beijing, China this year in the Wizarding World. I'm going to be a Beauxbaton dancer in the Tri Wizard Tournament! I have heard such great things about the company and because we are "performers" we are offered onsite accomodation (for free) as well as housing facilities like a cafeteria and gym. Is this available to those who work in the park simply as sales people or ushers who stand around in the park. What happens for international employees who come to Hollywood or Florida? Do they have to find their own living space and come to the park each day?

[@monmasva]

As someone who is from Argentina and is going to work at Universal for my summer (their winter), I can tell you that yes, we have to find our own accomodation. They offer us one but is kinda expensive so most people decide to search on their own. Congrats on that sweet job btw! Are you already there? Im very interested in how is to work in these kind of parks in China!

[@theuniversalguy]

When I am the President of Universal am going make everything better for the workers

[@jazmynbrown6820]

I'm currently trying to work as a dishwasher at Universal Studios.

[@therealboomhauer69]

I wanna work at the horror section like for friday the 13th, night mare on elm street etc

[@BeYourDream]

This video is amazing

[@AnythingBtOrdinary91]

You could’ve been former students who later work in the local town. Kinda like people do in RL.

[@MYPADDEDROOM5150]

Random question Do you make enough to survive with just a universal job in the area? I’m looking to apply there seen a few openings, but I know the cost of living around universal is crazy

[@ryan-1313]

min wage is $15. just go by that.

[@jqvnnz]

How much did the wand cost if it’s to expensive I’m gonna try to get a free one

[@TishaC89]

It depends on which wand you want, the regular or interactive. I bought two interactive wands at Universal Studios Florida & they were about $51-52 each, can't remember which. I bought them in 2016. When we went in May of this year, they allowed my son & kid brother to exchange them for without the original receipt because we had the original boxes and maps with us.

[@nancymandegari4067]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEO!!!

[@ScorpioMaxwell]

Is the majority of work there retail?

[@fruitloops4570]

do you know what kinds of questions they asked you during ur interview ?? :(

[@kaitlynnowottnick4451]

I know this has nothing to do with the video, BUT THAT IS SUCH A CUTE LIP COLOR

[@shanemadaio1162]

I would definitely love a vacation to Isla Nublar (Jurassic Park)

[@zawadiogot5661]

Do you need experience in order to work there

[@dipper4537]

Nope they hire even if you have no experience :) You just need to be 18+ and have no tattoos, dyed hair, or piercings.

[@sepnashy17]

Love the video!!! I'm moving to Florida and I want to apply for universal. How much do you get paid there? So I know what apartments I can afford 😂

[@kshannonfilms]

I worked at the park in California and we got minimum wage- which in CA is $12.50! Thanks for watching!

[@lilbrat112]

Ashley Moniquee i work at the one in Orlando and the pay is going up to 12.25

[@ashleyfitchett2334]

Forever Lee hey do you like it there I’m looking to apply there

[@tangiechapman6219]

In Florida now it 13 hr

[@donaldmustard4548]

Hey my dream is working there! Can wa talk for tips?

[@karelhalims5960]

me too i wsnted to work as a manager there , its my dream

[@megafruit9194]

Yeah, being in all of those universes... Working there... It must be amazing. Tell me if you get updated on the job and stuff

[@larasatib]

Woah! How do you get a job there?? How old do u have to be? Im just 12 but i LOVE HOGWARTS

[@SuperPez13]

18

[@donaldmustard4548]

Amira & Michelle Channel me too!

[@madcat1612]

Amira & Michelle Channel wait till ur 18 cuz they don’t hire 16 or 17. And apply at universal studio jobs.

[@THomas-xu2rh]

Liked the vid!

[@westnile21]

Damn Katherine you are absolutely beautiful. Love your hair color, love your eyes & I really like that lipstick color on you😍

[@kshannonfilms]

westnile21 wow!! Thank you so much!

[@lifeofyooms3026]

Midnight to 3 am? Wow.. Just Wow.

[@tylersabala6323]

I’m going to be working in park service attendant at ush for Harry Potter world originally I was going to be in the regular park area

[@prajaktapatil7148]

Can I get the job - from india

[@Elevated_Findings]

Dream vacation would be Barcelona, Spain

[@forforever6177]

D-DID I JUST SE THE WHEEZING WEASLYS????????????????????!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Angie2343]

Universal's gonna get EPIC....

[@ScorpioMaxwell]

Japan! One of these days

[@jans5088]

Is it true that maintenance workers are not allowed to work over time?

[@SuperPez13]

that is false

[@MrsByers]

i love u now, wow

[@kshannonfilms]

Mrs.Byers ! AHH! Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it! ♥️♥️

[@T.Sblogs]

Hey I’d love to meet up and meet

[@Eoj24]

Did working in that type of environment help your overall well being?? Overall that is the reason I would like to work at disneyland. How are you doing now

[@MotorYardtraphik]

California is expensive

[@gabrielmelchor4870]

How does the donkey work in universal Studios

[@kemeticchime5866]

You remind me of that girl from lemonade mouth

[@kshannonfilms]

I've never heard of it! But thank you for watching! :)

[@MRLeRoy-dh8xw]

Is this the same David that hosted so many roger Richard omg the list from sun and co is disgusting

[@bryankrough2699]

I work for these Vampires. Universal expects us to drop our regular lives to now work for them through slave hours. I work from 12am-10am,

[@rewindgaming9553]

Damn fr? I was thinking of applying but idk now lmao maybe horror nights

[@rewindgaming9553]

It sucks because I live an hour hour but if I get the job at horror nights I might just stay at a hotel over there instead of having to drive every day

[@barbie4549]

REWIND GAMING Not at all. They work with your availability

[@michaeljabronis7271]

at the end of the day, its just another multi billion dollar company that doesnt give 2 shits about you. Great vid though! Shame they probably lost a great cast member!

[@missycute9110]

Michael Jabronis Jesus loves you

[@cliffordgonzalez4029]

Your pretty

[@jzilla3770]

That bell noise scared all my pet birds!!!!!!! 🤬🤬🤬🤬

[@DrywallCherry]

You remind me of daenerys targaryen

[@antonisandriotis2204]

Hello, what is the name of the hiring manager at USH? I have an in person interview on Thursday May 2 and I wanted to know his or her name???