Director of Live Entertainment

Overview

Summary:

Six Flags is seeking a proven leader to oversee the strategic planning and execution of Live Entertainment for Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor LA. This position directs and manages creative, developmental, production, technical, administrative, and operational aspects of entertainment and special events. Acts as Creative and Artistic director when developing/producing show product and park attractions agenda. Provides vision and long-term growth planning for the department and its wholistic role at Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor. Leads senior Entertainment staff in setting the operating standards and tone for the division. Creates and oversees the fiscal obligations and resources. Ensures general professional integrity and quality of all personnel, operations, product and Guest experience.

Responsibilities

Job Duties:

· Guides, directs and participate in the development of the new show, special event and attraction product. Includes writing, casting, direction, choreography, music development, design and technical direction.

· Leads senior entertainment management in ensuring the hourly performers, technicians, designers and production team as well as contractor talent’s performance integrity is managed and achieves the highest standard of show quality through coaching and quality supervision.

· Develops entertainment product scope and financial needs in order to create budgetary plan. Participates in capital projects planning with other park leaders. Guides labor and expenses spending by working alongside departmental leaders and teams in coordinating/adjusting staffing and expenses within or under budgeted plan.

· Provides vision and creative guidance and direction for the multiple facets of the design, production, and technical teams

· Develops the division's teams by ensuring that goals and accountabilities are being met and by providing guidance, direction and collaboration. Plays a key role in the development and execution of staff recognition and appreciation. Promotes team forward growth in areas of professionalism and showmanship through the creation and instilling of department core values. Effectively evaluates staff and initiates corrective action to resolve performance issues

· Acts as the primary communication and information resource between Department team members and Corporate and Park leadership. Also communicates to staff, other divisions, Park President, and Corporate Support Center the planning and strategies of short and long-term show product and events.

· Adheres to and enforces all Six Flags and specific park policies, and demonstrates commitment to creating memorable Guest experiences.

· Collaborates with Park President and other park departments to create new business opportunities (Festivals, special events, merchandise items, marketing ideas, park attractions) that will not only generate untapped revenue but will create unique, brand specific, guest experiences.

· Stays aware of industry trends and technologies and envisions and implements new ways they might be incorporated into department, park and company product.

· Other duties as requested or required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

· 5-10 years of experience in Live Entertainment industry. Theme Park experience preferred.

· Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Theatre or Themed Entertainment Design and Management preferred.

· Must have strong knowledge of all aspects of theatre (Technical/Production/Development/Design). Strong creative skill (writing, directing, producing - performance) Strong people skills – ability to work with strong personality types. Able to work well under pressure (Deadlines/Performer & Guest issues).

· Excellent oral and written communication skills with computer proficiency

· Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions

· Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays