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The Associate Technical Director will provide support for technical production efforts and is engaged on a specific project-driven basis. Responsibilities include but are not limited to technical support for individual projects as assigned, developing specific procedures for bidding and awarding work to all Show/Venue/Event contracted vendors including the development and implementation of all standardized bid format and documentation processes, functioning as the central point of contact for all technical Show/Venue/Event specific vendors, coordination with other production teams and senior project staff on all related issues, evaluating designs and systems proposed for cost effectiveness, predictability, adaptability and reliability, assuming project oversight responsibilities for venue specific systems as they relate to and support entertainment programming, and participation in creative development and coordinating/partnering with local and government authorities responsible for legal code compliance, including safety, engineering, permitting and ADA. Other duties may include coordinating bid processes and vendor selections with contracts and procurement, and managing vendor efforts including design development, construction and interaction with other party’s fabrication, shipping, installation and buy-offs.
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in Technical Theater or Themed Live Show Entertainment
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the operation and artistic application of a wide variety of show systems and technology, including audio, special effects, puppets, lighting, show control systems, facilities and rigging
- Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with entertainment industry state-of-the-art technologies
- Proven experience with facility design, engineering, and construction
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express creative ideas
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and able to meet deadlines
- Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and decision-making skills, often under pressure
- Demonstrated leadership, partnering and strategic planning skills
- Highly motivated requiring minimal direction and follow up
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally frequently and for extended periods of time
- Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, AutoCAD)
- Proven ability to support the creative process by collaborating with other designers, directors, writers, and producers
- Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and travel
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- Minimum 6 years’ experience in international live show development
- Proven business management experience
- Proven knowledge and proficiency in some or all of the following engineering disciplines: structural, mechanical, electrical, software, safety
- Bi-lingual English/French and/or English/Mandarin always a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater or equivalent with focus on technical design, construction and production
- MS or MA in Technical Theater or equivalent with focus on technical design, construction and production
The Associate Technical Director CT is a project-based, seasonal position with Disney Parks Live Entertainment at the Walt Disney World Resort providing flex labor support for technical production efforts related to the development of live entertainment shows and product offerings, including parades, stage shows and special events for Worldwide Disney Parks and Resorts locations.
Required Education :
- Bachelor’s degree in Technical Theater or equivalent with focus on technical design, construction and production
Preferred Education :
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in Technical Theater or Themed Live Show Entertainment
- Proven knowledge and understanding of the operation and artistic application of a wide variety of show systems and technology, including audio, special effects, puppets, lighting, show control systems, facilities and rigging
- Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with entertainment industry state-of-the-art technologies
- Proven experience with facility design, engineering, and construction
- Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express creative ideas
- Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize, and able to meet deadlines
- Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and decision-making skills, often under pressure
- Demonstrated leadership, partnering and strategic planning skills
- Highly motivated requiring minimal direction and follow up
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally frequently and for extended periods of time
- Strong computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, AutoCAD)
- Proven ability to support the creative process by collaborating with other designers, directors, writers, and producers
- Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and travel
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
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