I used to be terrified of Halloween. Not just haunted houses—everything. Skeletons, spooky soundtracks, even those cheap motion-activated decorations. If it jumped, screeched, or glowed in the dark, I was out.

Then I turned 18, took a job at Schmitts Farm Haunt… and the irony pretty much wrote itself.

What started as a seasonal gig quickly became something I couldn’t let go of. More than ten years later—and more than five of those years as General Manager—I’ve fully embraced the darkness. I went from dodging haunted houses to designing them. Every season, I dive deeper into what truly unsettles people… starting with what gets my nightmares brewing.

My creative process is simple: I think of something that pushes the limits of comfort, something that makes me squirm—and then I crank it up by ten. I’m not chasing cheap jump scares. I want to create moments that linger… the kind that crawl into your head and stay there. That’s how each scene takes shape—through tension, unease, and just the right dose of “what if?”

Schmitts Farm Haunt isn’t just a job—it’s where I found what I was meant to do. I still get the same adrenaline rush I felt on night one—only now, I’m the one behind the curtain, pulling the strings. This place changed my life. It gave me a purpose, a career… and, as fate would have it, it’s where I met my wife.

I used to run from the monsters.
Now, I bring them to life.

Come on down this season and let us scare the Schmitt out of ya.

Hi! I’m the Actor Manager, set designer, and costume designer at Schmitts Farm Haunt, where I help turn fear into an art form.

My role blends leadership, creativity, and a deep love for the spooky season. I manage our talented cast of scare actors, design immersive sets that transport guests into our twisted worlds, and craft detailed costumes that bring each character to life. Every scream-worthy moment you experience is the result of months of planning, building, and fine-tuning—from the shadows on the walls to the stitching on a mask.

What drives me is the thrill of creating something unforgettable. I love blending atmosphere, storytelling, and just the right amount of terror to keep guests coming back for more.

When I’m not behind the scenes at Schmitts, you’ll find me exploring haunted locations, chasing down ghost stories, or visiting my favorite spots like Salem, MA. Halloween isn’t just a season—it’s a way of life, and I’m proud to share that passion with every visitor who dares to enter.

Come see what we’ve been conjuring up. The haunt is waiting… and so are your nightmares.

Hi, I’m Nick, the official house photographer for Schmitt’s Farm Haunt. With over 10 seasons of experience capturing the scares and excitement of our haunt, I specialize in documenting the atmosphere, energy, and unforgettable moments that define the Halloween season. My passion for horror and all things fall drives my work, and I take pride in preserving the spooky spirit that makes Schmitt’s Farm a must-visit every year.

Whether it’s a perfect scream or a fleeting shadow, I’m here to make sure every chilling detail is caught on camera. And when the night calls for more than just taking photos, I love to throw on a costume myself and join in on the fun — because nothing beats being part of the haunt you’re capturing.