Marc Dittmer
Adjunct Professor, Computer Graphics Technology
Supervisor, Ground Segment and Launch
SPACEX
Biography
Marc is a is a former graduate of IUPUI, having over 23 years of experience in turning ideas into living, breathing entities, from developing creative concepts through execution successes in rides, attractions, shows, and
entertainment.
Having started his career and education in the field of architectural design, he wanted to add to his portfolio and pursued technology, finishing with a BS Computer Information Technology in 2001. He delights in projects that combine strong storytelling with technology to inspire guests to connect to each other from Theme Park Design to world-building.
During his career the path has had some amazing positions with some world class institutions, including the Director of Technology Infrastructure for the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, The Corporate Technical Manager for SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment and Director of Technical Entertainment for NBC Universal Orlando.
Currently, Marc is the Senior Director of Technical Production with Vidanta Resorts overseeing the development (interactive technology, entertainment production and ride/show engineering) of multiple theme parks and world class shows in Nayarit, Mexico and throughout all Vidanta’s resorts in Mexico.