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Appearance Guidelines Updated to Allow All Team Members to Wear Nail Polish and Makeup, Plus Visible Tattoos at Universal Orlando Resort

September 23, 2021

Similar to the “Disney Look” earlier this year, the appearance guidelines for Universal Orlando Resort Team Members have been updated. Previously, Team Members who interacted with guests were not allowed to have visible tattoos. They may now have visible tattoos within certain guidelines. Tattoos must not be larger than an extended hand, and may not … Read more

PHOTOS: Jurassic Park Geneticists Return to the Discovery Center at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

August 14, 2021

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Geneticists brought dinosaurs to the modern world in “Jurassic Park.” They also help bring the Discovery Center to life at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. We are happy to report the geneticists have returned. After more than a year’s absence, we saw Team Members out in the Discovery Center teaching some of the world’s future paleontologists. … Read more

Universal Parks and Resorts Team Members Will Be Required to Report Vaccination Status

August 11, 2021

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In an email this afternoon, Universal Parks and Resorts Executive Vice President John Sprouls notified all Team Members that they will soon be required to share their vaccination status with the company. This applies to both Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood. This decision was made in order to “more closely maintain strict adherence … Read more

Team Member Preview of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida Coming August 31

August 5, 2021

Universal Orlando Resort Team Members will be the first to experience Halloween Horror Nights 30 with a preview night at the end of this month. It will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 31. The preview night is a technical rehearsal, so the Halloween Horror Nights team has a chance … Read more

BREAKING: Fully Vaccinated Universal Orlando Resort Team Members No Longer Required to Wear Masks Indoors Starting Tomorrow

June 25, 2021

Fully vaccinated Team Members at Universal Orlando Resort will no longer be required to wear face masks indoors starting tomorrow, June 26. Earlier this month, Universal lifted the requirement for fully vaccinated Team Members to wear masks outdoors.

PHOTOS: Photographers Return to Shrek and Minion Meet-And-Greets at Universal Studios Florida

June 13, 2021

Amazing Pictures photographers have returned to the Shrek and Minion meet-and-greet locations in Universal Studios Florida. Until now, characters have been appearing at a distance without photographers, and guests could take selfies or pictures of each other. The Team Members were excited to be back at work. Guests can now get more professional-looking photos and … Read more

CONFIRMED: Vaccinated Outdoor Team Members No Longer Required to Wear Masks at Universal Orlando Resort

June 4, 2021

Only moments after reporting the rumor, we can now confirm that Universal Orlando Resort Team Members who have been fully vaccinated and work in outdoor positions are no longer required to wear face masks effective tomorrow. Fully vaccinated Team Members are also not required to wear masks in most indoor areas backstage. They are required … Read more

RUMOR: Outdoor Team Members Will No Longer Be Required to Wear Masks at Universal Orlando Resort

June 4, 2021

Effective tomorrow, Universal Orlando Resort Team Members in outdoor positions will reportedly no longer be required to wear masks. No guests are required to wear masks outdoors and fully-vaccinated guests may go maskless indoors at Universal Orlando Resort. Indoor Team Members are still required to wear masks at this time. Orange County, Florida is lifting … Read more

BREAKING: Universal Increasing Starting Pay for Team Members to $15 An Hour

May 27, 2021

In an email to team members, Universal Orlando indicated that they would be making some changes to their pay structure for Team Members: “Dear fellow Team Members, It’s hard to believe that next week marks a year since we reopened our resort. I want you to know how much I appreciate each and every one … Read more

Universal Orlando Resort Hiring Over 2,000 New Team Members

May 11, 2021

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Universal Orlando is expanding its recent hiring efforts, searching for more than 2,000 new Team Members for full-time, part-time, seasonal and professional career opportunities across the entire resort. Positions are available in all areas including the in-house Call Center, Attractions, Aquatics, Food Services, Culinary, Custodial, Warehouse, Operations, Merchandise, Sales and more. Universal Orlando is also … Read more

PHOTOS: First Look at Jurassic World VelociCoaster Team Member Costumes Incorporating Themed Face Masks

April 18, 2021

We’re less than two months away from the grand opening of Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. While the finishing touches are put on the coaster and its queue, Team Members are preparing for their new positions. Today we got our first look at the new Jurassic World VelociCoaster costume, including a matching … Read more

Team Member Comp Passes Blocked Out on Weekends at Universal Orlando Resort Through Halloween

September 12, 2020

As of yesterday, Universal Orlando Resort has blocked out Team Member complimentary passes on Saturdays and Sundays from September 19 through October 31. This comes amidst rumors that Universal will be opening up two Halloween Horror Nights houses for regular guests. Though Halloween Horror Nights has been canceled, there is some evidence that houses will … Read more