Area Manager, Entertainment
Company: California's Great America
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: September 24, 2024
Job Description:
Overview: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. -Salary Details: $67,800 -
$88,400/yr. based on prior, relevant experience -
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.
- Strong knowledge in modern lighting and sound design equipment
and tools.
- Prior hands on -technical experience, preferably with lighting,
production, decor, etc.
- Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or
older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal,
DMV, previous employment, education and personal reference, per
Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial
law.
- Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company
policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet
business needs.
- 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.
- Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet
business needs.
- Possess a valid Driver's License.
Keywords: California's Great America, Santa Clara , Area Manager, Entertainment, Hospitality & Tourism , Santa Clara, California
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