Area Manager, Entertainment Tech.
Company: California's Great America
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: September 19, 2024
Job Description:
Overview:Salary details based on experience: $67,800 -
$88,400/yr. -Job Status/Type: Full-time, year-roundPosition Level:
Entry to Mid-LevelShift/Schedule Requirements: Ability to work
various shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday
periods to meet business needs. -California's Great America has an
opening for an Entertainment Tech. Area Manager who will report to
the Park Operations Manager. - The Area Manager of Entertainment
Tech. is primarily responsible for the execution of all technical
aspects of the Entertainment division to include developing,
coordinating, and managing all operations of Entertainment, Tricks
and Treats, Winterfest, special events, shows, and concerts. The
Entertainment Tech. Area Manager will also work closely with
various departments -to create, execute, and manage show and
attraction products from concept to operation to strike. -Benefits:
- 3 weeks paid PTO which increases with seniority; (6 sick days, 8
paid holidays) - Multiple medical coverage options to fit your
needs, along with dental and vision coverage - 401K match - FREE
entry to ALL our parks and water parks!Perks: - Complimentary
tickets for friends and family - Discounts on food and park
merchandise - Full-time and part-time employee only events and
gatherings, and more! -
Responsibilities:
- Acts as a liaison between the Entertainment department and
sub-contracted production staff members to ensure show plans -are
executed properly and efficiently.
- Assists in the planning, organizing, install, and production of
all lighting, sound, and -technical aspects of shows and events.
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- Assists the Park Operations Manager with budgeting, planning of
new show/attraction concepts & design, creation of revision of
operating plans, creating and proofing departmental promotional
materials as well as other duties as assigned.
- Manages all technical aspects with California's Great America
Entertainment department from concept of production periods
including scenic constructions, lighting, and audio to show
closing.
- Coordinates the installation of new show product, attractions
and multiple large scale events (including Tricks and Treats,
Winterfest, concerts, Carnivale at Orleans Place, Peanuts
Celebration, etc.) with multiple departments with California's
Great America as well as outside vendors.
- Coordinates interviews, hiring and onboarding. Supervises
duties of subordinate seasonal staff, including instructing,
assigning, planning and reviewing work for accuracy and
completeness, maintaining standards, coordinating activities,
allocating personnel, training, department scheduling, recommending
and approving employee promotions, transfers, discipline and
discharge.
- Manages all theatrical facilities to include coordinating
-maintenance needs, improvements, sounds, lighting, show support
and production supplies. Troubleshoots all technical problems
associated to lighting, sounds, scenic equipment, etc. Ensures
theatres are ready for rehearsals and performance.
- Manages approximately 15-20 shows per year, 20-25 attractions,
and multiple special events. Additionally, oversees technicians
including the technician shop.
- Controls, organizes and executes operating plans for Live
Entertainment, Tricks and Treats, Winterfest and other special
events. Monitors and takes action to ensure operation remains
within budget guidelines set by the Entertainment Manager.
- Other duties may be assigned. -
Qualifications:
- Must have at -least 2-3 years of supervisory experience.
- Must have strong knowledge in modern lighting and sound design
equipment and tools.
- Must have prior hands on technical experience, preferably with
lighting, production, decor, etc.
- Knowledge and ability to create and manage expense and
budgets.
- High organized and strong attention to detail. - Must be able
to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced and detailed oriented
environment. -Strong verbal, written, communication, and
interpersonal skills.
- High degree of PC literacy including Microsoft Office
applications.
- Possess a valid Driver's License.#LI-CV1
Keywords: California's Great America, Santa Clara , Area Manager, Entertainment Tech., Hospitality & Tourism , Santa Clara, California
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