Entertainment Coordinator, Seasonal (Sesame Place San Diego)

Status: Seasonal

May be scheduled up to 40 hours per week.

What you get to do:

• Monitor assigned shows, parades, and special events to ensure design intents are maintained; follow-up on issues that need to be resolved in order to return the production to its intended design
• Serve as Parade One and Parade Two position for daily parade operation
• Supervise Theatrical crews, maintain project lists, and coordinate production management processes
• Create and implement SOP’s for assigned show area
• Create and update production books (aka “show bibles”) for various entertainment offerings
• Create and update all tracking and cue sheets during rehearsal process
• Assist with auditions and new-hire training as needed
• Ensure training documentation is complete and on file for all of show crew
• Create and maintain documentation to support design implementations and intentions
• Keep documentation current as design changes are made
• Ensure that the assigned production is functional, maintainable, and safe
• Maintain all assigned areas to meet park standards while staying within budgetary protocol
• Work alongside costuming team to ensure quality and standards of costumes
• Participate in new show production
• Lead re-install of existing shows from season to season
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous event or stage management experience
• At least 18 years old
• Able to complete provided CPR training/certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
• Comprehensive understanding of large-scale show and event production
• Understand the operation of a variety of theatrical stage equipment (follow spots, automated lighting, scrollers, fog machines, etc.)
• Lift, push and pull 20 pounds
• Comfortable working in theater and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions, in/around water, in varying weather conditions)
• Available to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

What else is important:

• Bachelor’s degree in Entertainment, Theater or Management preferred
• 2 years guest service experience preferred
• Choreography experience preferred
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license preferred

Compensation:

• 20.00 USD per hour