Job Description

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 versatile 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. Are you ready to join this team and make your impact?

This role will work with the Executive Show Technical Production Manager.

Job Summary:

The Show Technical Production Manager (here after STPM) is a key member of the overall Show Project Leadership team. Their peers are 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.

You Will:

On any given day, as a Show Technical Production Manager, Senior, you might:

• Provide 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).
• Wok with 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.

• Will be required to provide oversight and management to both Company employees, consultants, and vendors.
• Participate in mentoring and training of junior members of the team.
• Feel empowered to make decisions on a day-to-day basis and strategic planning of projects.
• Responsible for creating executive level summary reports to be communicated out to WDI Senior Leadership.

You Will Have:

• Proven understanding of Theme Park Attractions
• Practical understanding of integrated primary and subordinate Show Systems (AV, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, Scenery…)
• Knowledge of Theatrical Rigging
• Ability to represent technical fields in design, fabrication, and integration
• Basic understanding of engineering principles (Mechanical, Electrical, Structural)
• History of leading engineering and technical teams, as well as Vendors and Consultants
• Strong scheduling, sequencing and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years’ or more experience in either the Entertainment or applicable industries.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Benefits and Perks:

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.

The hiring range for this position is $101,926.00 to $136,730.00 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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