The VOID
Curtis Hickman has an extensive work experience in the creative industry. Curtis is currently serving as the Chief Creative Officer (CCO) at The VOID since November 2020. Prior to this role, they held the position of Chief Creative Officer / Co-Founder at The VOID from January 2014 to November 2020, where they played a significant role in developing and directing various innovative virtual reality (VR) experiences. Curtis is recognized for their contributions to the creation of the "infinite redirected walking system" and the development of dynamic 4D sensory effects, as well as their expertise in mixed reality gameplay and story direction.
Before joining The VOID, Curtis Hickman was the Owner, Magician, and Hyper Reality Specialist at Magic Box Productions since September 2004. Curtis was responsible for creating and performing magical illusions and also specialized in hyper-reality experiences.
From October 2012 to November 2014, Curtis Hickman served as the Chief Creative Officer and Creative Director at Evermore Park, where they showcased their creative expertise in developing immersive and interactive experiences.
In addition, Curtis Hickman worked at Deep Studios as a Visual Effects Producer from January 2013 to October 2014, where they were involved in producing visual effects for various projects.
Earlier in their career, Curtis Hickman worked as a Creative Designer at DigiCert, Inc. from October 2010 to December 2012, focusing on creative design projects.
Overall, Curtis Hickman's work experience highlights their strong background in creative leadership and their significant contributions to the development of groundbreaking immersive experiences in the virtual reality and entertainment industries.
Curtis Hickman attended Dixie State University from 2002 to 2003, where they earned an Associate of the Arts degree in Broadcast and Entertainment. Following this, they went on to Brigham Young University from 2003 to 2005 to focus on Film/Cinema/Video Studies, without specifying a degree completion.
The VOID
THE VOID builds and operates virtual entertainment centers that primarily focus on exploring immersive virtual worlds and dimensions with friends and family, and creating memorable experiences together. It specializes in creating ‘hyper-reality’ experiences that layer virtual reality over interactive real-world environments. THE VOID servesindividuals in the age group of ten and more of all genders and backgrounds eager to journey to new worlds and create new memories together. Curtis Hickman, James Jensen, and Ken Bretschneider founded it in 2015, with its headquarters in Lindon in Utah with additional offices in locations in Anaheim in California, Orlando in Florida, New York City, Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, and Toronto in Canada.