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The Walt Disney Company · 1 month ago

Principal Show Technical Production Manager (Project Hire / Internal Assignment)

Glendale, CA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$139K/yr - $187K/yr

12+ years exp

The Walt Disney Company is a leader in the entertainment industry, and they are seeking a Principal Show Technical Production Manager to oversee technical design for show systems. This role involves managing a diverse team and ensuring the successful integration and oversight of various technical disciplines throughout the project lifecycle.

Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Proven understanding of Theme Park Attractions. Practical knowledge of integrated show systems, including Audio/Visual, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, and Scenery

Knowledge of Theatrical Rigging

Ability to represent and coordinate technical disciplines throughout design, fabrication, and integration phases

Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering principles

Demonstrated experience leading engineering and technical teams, as well as managing vendors and consultants

Strong project scheduling, sequencing, and time management skills

Familiarity with Disney estimating and accounting practices, including ROI Total, Cost of Ownership, and First Cost vs. Recurring Cost

Proven success managing Technical Production Managers, fostering career development and maintaining departmental standards of practice

Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and decision-making across divisions (e.g., Creative/SOP, EDE/SOP, Ride/SOP)

12 years or more experience in either entertainment or applicable industries

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally

Qualification

Theme Park AttractionsIntegrated Show SystemsTheatrical RiggingMechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringStructural EngineeringProject SchedulingCross-Functional CollaborationVendor ManagementConsultant ManagementCareer DevelopmentSafetyTesting PlansBudget OversightHazard AnalysisDisney Estimating PracticesInternational ExperienceEngineering LicenseTime Management

Required

Proven understanding of Theme Park Attractions

Practical knowledge of integrated show systems, including Audio/Visual, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, and Scenery