Supervisor, Theatrical Services - Technical Director

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

What you get to do :

• Create master schedule of all technical events associated with a show production.
• Create, adjust and monitor construction, fabrication, programming, install and strike schedules as needed while maintaining contingency plans for all project phases.
• Monitor and ensure the quality, suitability and accuracy of technical designs for all assigned shows.
• Operate, and in most cases, program a lighting console.
• Create plans for installation of permanent shows and large-scale events.
• Lead technical meetings and interface with design, construction and production staff.
• Participate in production meetings in role of Technical Director and / or Lighting Designer.
• Coach, mentor, direct, constructively criticize, and objectively evaluate subordinate project support personnel.
• Direct technical personnel in order to perform short term and permanent repairs to a variety of theatrical equipment.
• Specify technical equipment to ensure show readiness and longevity.
• Direct the installation of theatrical equipment for events and permanent show installations.
• Interface with other park professionals as well as outside clients and contractors in order to convey design concepts.
• Train and convey production standards to other departmental park employees as well as contract technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What it takes to succeed :

• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work comfortably in all local parks and work on / around water and at heights of up to 60'.
• Have excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Be a self-starter, self-motivator, and demonstrate the ability to successfully lead a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area at all times.
• Ability to produce and maintain accurate documentation.
• Have a working knowledge of all Microsoft applications.
• Ability to interpret and direct the installation of a theatrical lighting plot.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Possess at least minimal drafting and CAD skills.
• Understand the operation of a variety of lighting equipment (follow spots, automated lighting, strollers, fog machines, etc.).
• Have a comprehensive understanding of concert truss and the proper use of rigging equipment (flying and ground support).
• Understand fundamentals of electricity (calculate voltage, amperage, wattage, voltage drops, select proper cable sizes, etc.).
• Have a comprehensive understanding of Entertainment project management including a complete understanding of show production and operations processes.
• Have a complete understanding of event scheduling from prospectus to execution.
• Have a comprehensive understanding of theatrical products, vendors, and product sources.
• Be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts.

What else is important :

• Bachelor’s Degree in Entertainment, Theater, or Management, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of Theatrical design or Entertainment project management experience.
• Able to frequently lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb / ascend heights.
• Perform the following physical activities : kneeling, bending, squatting, bend floor-to-waist / waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools / keyboard / writing).
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold / heat temperature extremes.

Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals.

• Work a flexible schedule / hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise, vibrations and motion.
• Be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities.

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