Show Technical Production Mgr Sr (PH)
About The Position
Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products business segment. Representing more than 150 disciplines, its talented corps of Imagineers are responsible for the creation of Disney resorts, theme parks and attractions, hotels, water parks, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, cruise ships and new media technology projects worldwide which includes other Disney Intellectual Property such as Marvel, Pixar and Lucasfilm. Innovation is at the center of everything we do at Walt Disney Imagineering, and nothing reflects that more than our work environment. We celebrate collaborative thinking and promote cross-disciplinary partnerships to champion a culture of diversity and creativity. The Show Technical Production Manager, Senior (STPM) is a key member of the overall Show Project Leadership team. They typically join a Project following Blue-Sky and stay with that Project through Close-Out. Their primary responsibilities are for Technical Design oversight of show systems (including, Show Mechanical, Special Effects, Show Control, Show Lighting, AV, Rigging, Show Sets, Interactives [physical and electronic], Show Programming, and Guest Digital Experiences). Their specific oversight includes, but is not limited to; systems integration, media integration, compliance, coordination with facility and ride design teams, schedule and budget oversight, hazard analysis, design assurance, maintainability, installation oversight, safety and testing plans, turnover to Operations, and final closeout documentation. The individual will be required to provide oversight and management to a diverse cross functional team including company employees, consultants, and vendors. This role reports to the Executive Show Technical Production Manager and Principal Show Technical Production Managers. This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.
Requirements
- Proven understanding of Theme Park Attractions
- Practical knowledge of integrated show systems, including Audio/Visual, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, and Scenery
- Knowledge of Theatrical Rigging
- Ability to represent and coordinate technical disciplines throughout design, fabrication, and integration phases
- Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering principles
- Demonstrated experience leading design and technical teams, as well as managing vendors and consultants including engineers
- Strong project scheduling, sequencing, and time management skills
- Familiarity with Building Codes and integrating/installing Show within Facilities
- Familiarity with Disney estimating and accounting practices, including ROI Total, Cost of Ownership, and First Cost vs. Recurring Cost
- Proven success managing Technical Production Managers or Theatrical Technical Directors, fostering career development and maintaining departmental standards of practice
- Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and decision-making across divisions (e.g., Creative/SOP, EDE/SOP, Ride/SOP)
- Ability to travel both domestically and internationally
- 7 years theme park, theatrical experience, or applicable industries
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science or equivalent Bachelor of Arts preferred
- United States Driver's License
Responsibilities
- Provide Technical Design oversight of show systems (including, Show Mechanical, Special Effects, Show Control, Show Lighting, AV, Rigging, Show Sets, Interactives [physical and electronic], Show Programming, and Guest Digital Experiences)
- Oversee systems integration, media integration, compliance, coordination with facility and ride design teams, schedule and budget oversight, hazard analysis, design assurance, maintainability, installation oversight, safety and testing plans, turnover to Operations, and final closeout documentation
- Provide oversight and management to a diverse cross functional team including company employees, consultants, and vendors
- Represent and coordinate technical disciplines throughout design, fabrication, and integration phases
- Lead design and technical teams, as well as managing vendors and consultants including engineers
- Manage Technical Production Managers or Theatrical Technical Directors, fostering career development and maintaining departmental standards of practice
- Lead cross-functional collaboration and decision-making across divisions (e.g., Creative/SOP, EDE/SOP, Ride/SOP)
Benefits
- A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
- Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
