Description:
Artistic Director - KOOZA
Artistic Support
Permanent position
We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.
OUR MISSION
Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.
Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!
So, don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Reporting functionally to the Director or Senior Director of Show Quality and operationally to the show’s Senior Tour Director, the Artistic Director at Cirque du Soleil personifies the artistic essence of our touring shows, ensuring their continuous quality, integrity of artistic concept and high-level performance.
· Manage the daily general, artistic and acrobatic operations of the performers and the artistic team (Coaches, Performance Medicine, General Stage Manager and their staff);
· Ensure that the show meets and maintains the high-quality standards in terms of artistic and acrobatic performance as well as staging, choreography, cues, musical score, costumes, make-up, lighting and sound design;
· At the request of the Director of Show Quality assigned to the show, implement and follow up on the artistic, acrobatic and technical adjustments and modifications to various components of the show;
· Make recommendations to the Director of Show Quality of your show for any artistic and acrobatic changes or adjustments needed for the maintenance of the show and its performers;
· Organize the integration of new performers and new acts into the show, as well as performers returning to duty after medical rehabilitation;
· Communicate with all performers to ensure they are up to date on the specifics of their role and cues, and provide artistic notes to ensure continuous high-quality artistic performances;
· In the close setting of our touring shows, maintain a good working environment with peers and performers while ensuring a proper professional relationship;
· In collaboration with the artistic team, oversee the trainings, rehearsals and evaluations of all performers, in addition to the artistic budget for the department;
· Remain on call for emergencies.
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
· College diploma in drama, dance, acrobatics, or a related artistic or production field OR relevant work experience;
· A minimum of ten years’ experience in a similar role, in live show entertainment for large-scale productions with automation & aerial cues;
· Past on-stage experience as a performer, preferred;
· Experience in dance or choreography, a strong asset;
· Demonstrated leadership experience of performers and artistic disciplines, including related administrative processes;
· Excellent observational and communication skills (verbal and written);
· Multicultural experience, an asset;
· Knowledge of Microsoft applications in a Windows environment;
· Fluency in spoken and written English is essential; any additional language spoken and/or written is an asset;
· Available to tour full time and to work in foreign countries.
To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.
HERE IS AN OVERVIEW
- A variety of events used to enhance your experience. We are known for our great sense of coming together.
- A lot of challenges to boost your career.
- A group insurance program.
- The chance to travel the world and meet new people!!
Application Deadline:
Nov. 30, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Administrative
Payment status:
Paid
