Sr Show Producer

NBCUniversal • Universal City, CA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Producer, Show is responsible for overall management and leadership of the Creative team, project documentation including, but not limited to Deliverables Lists, Request for Proposal (RFP) Documents, Attraction Design Drawings, Attraction Scope, management of project folder structure, document control to the architects and vendors as well as all other pertinent records. Supervises the Associate Producer and or Producer with managing the show design team efforts and individual vendor deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred from a four-year college or university in Theatrical Arts, Theme Park Associated Design, or a related field.
• 9+ years’ experience in theatrical, theme park or other media related design/production field required.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Show Producer in theme park attraction projects from design through installation required.
• Ability to review and understand architectural, engineering, and ride / show documentation including specification and blueprints, understanding of production / design terminology is required.
• Dependable with an excellent attendance record.
• Proven ability to communicate with all business levels over the phone, through written communication and in-person to create a comfortable and appropriate professional relationship.
• Proficient in PEOPLESOFT CODED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES.
• Demonstrates ability to lead staff, instill a spirit of teamwork and promote staff development.
• Makes independent choices free from immediate supervision.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Demonstrates active listening and effective questioning techniques.
• Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years’ experience in theme park design and design management preferred.
• Strong design and production portfolio.
• Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, bid package preparation and variety of vendors.
• Knowledge of theme park technologies, including ride, A/V, robotics, engineering and various show systems.
• Knowledge of theme park related architectural, project management and production/construction practices.
• Possesses solid aesthetic sensibilities and storytelling skills to support the creative process and to facilitate communication between all disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Oversees Show Producers, and Creative Team members, supporting the organization and submission of all projects related documentation required for third party Intellectual Property (IP) approval and ensures that the database is maintained to reflect accurate records of all pertinent project correspondence and listed show / ride elements.
• Accountable for ensuring that all project team members have complete and current information on project scope, budget, schedule procurement and development strategies.
• Partners with project management in the development and processing and writing of RFP Documents required to procure needed show elements for each attraction.
• As assigned, is responsible for writing required scopes and managing vendors.
• Establishes, builds, and maintains positive and productive team relationships based on open communication, trust and teamwork with project partners, departments, disciplines, and personnel.
• Communicates, inspires, and maintains project intent among all team-members.
• Acts as project liaison for appropriate internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property developers.
• Facilitates organization and reporting of project team meetings and maintains and drives action item lists with responsibilities, duties, and current status.
• Oversees the project’s producers to complete special assignments, as assigned is responsible for managing scope and themed elements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level