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| Earlier this week, I had the chance to speak with Vic Hoskins, head of InGen's Secuirty Division to see just how much work goes into keeping Jurassic World the safest theme park in the world. |
Finally, the day we've all been waiting for is here! The most advanced amusement park in the entire world – Jurassic World – has finally opened to the public! I'm so excited! In fact, I've already bought tickets and my trusty, junior photographer, Daniel P. Smithwater, and I are waiting in line about to board the ferry to Isla Nublar for the grand opening as I publish this. But let me go back to what happened a few days prior.
Two weeks ago, I had an interview with Mr. Simon Masrani, the CEO of Masrani Global Corporation. Last week, I had an interview with Dr. Henry Wu, head geneticist of Jurassic World, and the public operations manager, Claire Dearing. Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to interview one more mind behind Jurassic World to finish up this series: Vic Hoskins, head of InGen Security.
As you know, attempts to create “Jurassic Park” haven't gone too well in the past – several deaths occurred in the '93 incident, and the incident of '97 was also bad because not only did countless deaths occur on the island of Sorna, but also on the mainland when the T. rex escaped into San Diego. So naturally, it only makes sense that Mr. Masrani ensure a safe and treasured experience for guests to his park. That's why he hired Vic Hoskins. Below is my interview with him:
Me: As usual, it's always a privilege to talk to the people working with Jurassic World.
Hoskins: No problem. It's important for the public to know about what's going on at the park.
Me: So what exactly is InGen Security?
Hoskins: Well, InGen Security is best described as a division of the InGen company. Once a small, private service, we're now a vibrant multi-national security organization of the highest caliber. Even though many of my officers work on Nublar, others work in other parts of the world. See, we focus on a lot more than just the park. InGen Security also puts attention on anything from on innovations in drone technology and the introduction of cold-signature mapping in satellite surveillance, but we've also been at the forefront of peacekeeping and contingency services in every corner of the world for the past decade.
Me: Wow, that's incredible. You have a lot on your shoulders.
Hoskins: True, but after doing this for so long, I just consider it just another part of my job.
Me: Could you explain a little more about your drone operation?
Hoskins: Sure. Since 2007, InGen security has been developing new drone technology with Masrani Global subsidary Aerospace Dynamix and Mascom Network. We're trying to find ways to use robots and drones to do the fighting for us, so to speak. The ground soldier is becoming less of a major player out in the battlefield. These days, armies are investing more in drones and robotics as we see a shift in the methodologies of warfare.
Me: I see, so what are your priorities as head of InGen Security?
Hoskins: We like to say that our duties are to be direct, alert and safe, especially concerning places like Jurassic World. At the park, safety is our biggest priority. In fact, we've developed over 150 protocols and safeguards for every dinosaur in the park.
Me: And people who visit the park have a role to play too, right?
Hoskins: Exactly. Safety is a two-way street. Park tourists need to do their part, even if it's doing something as simple as refraining from tapping on the glass, crossing barriers, throwing anything into the exhibits and what not. That's what makes Jurassic World not only the most advanced theme park in the world, but also the world's safest. And of course, we've also installed loads of 10,000-volt electrified fences all around the park. Keeps those hungry dinosaurs in their proper place. We don't have the capacity to take things for granted at the park.
Hoskins: And not only must we protect people and dinosaurs in the park, but also on other islands, specifically Isla Sorna. You know it's been turned into a nature preserve, right?
Me: Yes.
Hoskins: Well, ever since the world learned about the existence of genetically-engineered dinosaurs, poachers have been known to risk their own lives working in the service of ruthless collectors. It has been reported that some individuals who, having been responsible for mishandling captured specimens, have suffered from disturbing hospitalization cases on the Costa Rica mainland.
Me: How did you become associated with Masrani Global and Jurassic World?
Hoskins: Well that's actually rather interesting. In 2001, I was involved with a clean-up operation involving those three Pteranodon that escaped the Isla Sorna Aviary – which has since been repaired by the way. Those critters made their way up to Canada before we captured and returned them. The professionalism of my team caught the attention of Simon Masrani himself, who personally hired me to re-develop InGen's Security Division. My team and I were also responsible for overseeing the protection of workers on Isla Nublar during Jurassic World's construction.
Me: Have you had any instances at Jurassic World?
Hoskins: Actually, we haven't had any major instances worth noting.
Me: I see. Alright, I have just one more question for you.
Hoskins: Shoot.
Me: What is your favorite dinosaur at the park?
Hoskins: I like our herd of Microceratus. It's a smallest dinosaur in the park; a close relative of the larger Triceratops. I like them because they're quite arguably the easiest dinosaur we have to care for, and they're not likely to hurt anybody. After all, they only weigh 14 pounds!
Me: That's it? Wow! Well thank you so much for giving us your time.
Hoskins: I appreciate it.
Me: So, as you know, by the time I publish this interview, the park is going to officially open. Do you have anything special to say to our readers in closing?
Hoskins: Sure. Managing Jurassic World is no easy job. It requires a lot of thought and teamwork to run properly. Now, thanks to the collective minds involved with the project over the past decade, we can now present to you Hammond's dream of bringing living, breathing dinosaurs to the public. Enjoy the park as it was meant to be enjoyed!
Well, that about wraps up this series of “The Minds Behind Jurassic World”. Now, I'm going to have to sign off now because the ferry is boarding at this moment, and I certainly don't want to loose my place in line. I've got dinosaurs to see! Catch you all later!
Written by: Mr. Smiley
Photographer: Daniel P. Smithwater
Edited by: Christian Ryan
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