Entertainment Specialist (Creative Productions), Part-Time, SeaWorld San Diego

What you get to do:
As an Entertainment Specialist (Creative Production) you’ll enthusiastically represent SeaWorld by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. Produce all SeaWorld Shows, Consumer Events, and One-Off Events on budget and on time.

• Budget Tracking/ Reconciling. Manages Capital and Expense budgets for assigned product as well as Expense reports for credit card purchases. Execute pre and post show duties as outlined in the daily schedule.
• Defines SOW, sources vendors, project bids, requisition PO's
• Responsible for overall creative including, script writing, show/event direction, auditions/ casting, cue sheets, script management, choreography, DNA steward, overall design (Scenic, Sign, Costume, Music, Media etc.)
• Responsible for all long-term production timelines and daily rehearsal and operation plans
• Creates and communicate Install and Strike plan working closely with service teams
• Contract Management including:Talent, Design, and Service
• Responsible for park and department communication. Creates agendas and moderates weekly park wide consumer event meetings
• Work closely with groups sales for single day Marketing. Create onsite and offsite media presentations. Produce Talent within event.
• Work closely with PR to produce Media Events, Social content, Radio Remotes, within Install and run of Production. Organizes Talent and Services to fit needs of media
• SeaWorld Production Spokesperson
• Ensures Event/ Show quality throughout run, with park walks, regular check-ins with operations and by watching guest satisfaction and Production ratings
• Writes and communicates weekly coordinator schedule to match event, show, individual request needs. Inputs schedule for Production Team and coordinators into TMM
• SME onboarding, orientation, communication with contractors
• Supports Celebrating the SeaWorld Style audit program and park grooming guidelines
• Copywriter, proofing Website and PR tip sheets
• Responsible for attraction overlays (Manta) and retheming projects (JTA) as needed
• Responsible for in park voiceovers for all park Production and Ride needs. Can also serve as VO talent
• Models company trainings related to guest interactions and animal areas
• Occasionally may assist other locations and areas throughout the park as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• 4 year degree in Productions/Event related field preferred
• Previous experience in Production preferred
• Leadership Experience Preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Customer Service experience preferred
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Possess a proficient knowledge of the use of computers and professional programs including Microsoft office and excel.

What else is important:

• Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 30 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Maintains a friendly, respectful attitude with coworkers and guests. Able to adapt to multiple communication styles and personalities.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Openly accepts performance critique and feedback and adapts accordingly.
• Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
• Ability to maintain a SeaWorld driver’s license and operate a company vehicle preferred
• Valid California driver's license preferred. Visiting students and military must have valid driver's license from state of residency and able to provide a copy of the DMV report.

Compensation: 22.75 USD Hourly