HAuNTcon 2020

Phil Raybourn
Creative Principal
Raybourn Creative


Phil Raybourn has worked in theatre and the attractions industry for over 30 years and is a Creative Principal at Raybourn Creative, where he specializes in creative narrative, content development, immersive storytelling, conceptual design, writing, and directing. Phil worked for 15 years as a creative director, event concept designer, and producer for Busch Gardens Williamsburg, developing and designing attractions, shows, and kiosks for the award-winning Food and Wine Festival. He has 10 years of large scale event design development and implementation experience. His creation and design of haunted attractions and experiences for Howl-O-Scream ranks consistently in the top 10 of theme park Halloween events. He was part of the inaugural design and creative team for ChristmasTown, developing shows and experiences that continue to make memories for guests and drive increased revenue year after year. He is the co-creator and director of “Celtic Fyre”, three-time winner of the USA Today Best Theme Park Show Award. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English with a concentration in Shakespearean studies and a minor in philosophy from the University of Texas at San Antonio and a master’s degree from Full Sail University in media design.

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