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The Walt Disney Company Principal Show Technical Production Manager in Lake Buena Vista, Florida
WDI 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.
About the Role & Team
Innovation is at the center of everything we do at WDI, and nothing reflects that more than our work environment. We celebrate collaborative thinking and promote cross-disciplinary partnerships to foster a culture of diversity and creativity.
The Show Technical Production Manager (here after STPM) is a key member of the overall Show Project Leadership team. They partner with the Show Manager, and the Production Designer. Typically, they will join a Project following Blue-Sky, and will stay with that Project through Close-Out.
What You Will Do
Oversight and integration 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, however, is not limited to, systems integration, media integration, compliance, coordination with our 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.
You will be required to provide oversight and management to both Company employees, consultants, and vendors.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Working knowledge of Theme Park Attractions
Ability to represent Technical Integration in small and large group meetings
History of working with local authorities on code interpretation and compliance
Practical understanding of integrated primary and subordinate Show Systems (AV, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, Scenery…)
Working knowledge of Theatrical Rigging
Ability to represent technical disciplines in design, fabrication, and integration
Basic understanding of engineering principles (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural)
History of managing engineering and technical teams
History of managing Vendors and Consultants
Strong scheduling, sequencing and time management skills
Minimum 12 years’ experience in either the Entertainment or applicable industries.
Strong project and time management skills
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education accreditation in the Arts, or Sciences disciplines preferred.
Additional Information
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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Job ID: 10115710
Location: Lake Buena Vista,Florida
Job Posting Company: Walt Disney Imagineering
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