Haunt Rater Magazine May/June Issue | Page 32

Interview with Sam Nightman

Q: What does your background consist of within the Haunted Attraction Industry?

A: "Props, make up , Design, Fabrication, acting, coaching and consulting"

Q: Have you owned or run any haunted attractions? Which ones?

A: "Consulted for a few, mostly just work as entertainment"

Q: How many haunted attractions have you worked with or for during your career? Which ones are the biggest names in the industry which you have worked with?

A: "34 all over the U.S. from small ones like Blue Meadow Farms up to ones like Shocktoberfest"

Q: What are some good tips that you can give to any new or first time haunted attractions that may be starting in 2014 or beyond?

A: "Pay attention to safety at all times"

Q: What other interests are you involved in or have you been involved in?

A: "Independent Horror film Directing"

Q: Do you have any secrets of the trade that you are able to share or can share with us regarding how to make effective but, cheap cost props and costumes for newer attractions?

A: "Sorry can't give away any secrets but, I can say that if a haunt is in need of a fresh look, new attractions or needs to save money, I can do that"