Technical Director - JOYÀexpired
Cirque du Soleil
Mexico, Riviera Maya
Posted on: May 13, 2024
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Description:
Job description
Technical Director
Creations and Productions
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.
Our partner, Grupo Vidanta, the leading developer and operator of world-class vacation destinations, luxury resort hotel brands, golf courses, theme parks, and spectacular entertainment centers in Mexico and Latin America, is currently offering career opportunities in Riviera Maya for for JOYÀ, the first Cirque du Soleil resident show to include a dining experience as part of the performance.
If you are hired for this position, you will be an employee of our partner, Grupo Vidanta. This means that you will be on their company payroll and will comply with their employment policies. So do not wait any longer and join the team! You will meet ambitious people and people passionate about the world of entertainment!
YOUR MISSION
Reporting to the Company Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of the show’s technical operations, planning and budget management. More specifically, you will be responsible for carrying out the following tasks in close collaboration with the Artistic Director and Operations Director;
· Manage and supervise daily operations of the show technical department, including scheduling, coordination, and communication of activities with the artistic department, technical Heads of departments (HODs), company management, and Cirque du Soleil Partner Operations Support team;
· Manage permanent and temporary Technical Department staff;
· Prepare and manage the technical show operating and capital expense budgets; monitor labor and materials expenses;
· Plan and coordinate equipment maintenance, modifications and/or acquisitions;
· Update the preventive maintenance and inspection program as well as equipment installation and operating procedures;
· Direct the technical HODs in compliance of corporate safety, documentation, maintenance, training, and inspection policies and practices;
· Manage the updating of technical documentation and ensure that technical specifications are observed;
· In close association with the Artistic Director, ensure daily and long-term operations are carried out in an effort tomaintain show artistic quality and equipment durability while providing a safe environment for artists and crew members;
· Carry out all required duties expected of a director on site (Director on duty shifts, meetings, reports, marketing representation, etc.).
General
· In collaboration with the Artistic Director, supervise the integration of new technical features in the show and support renewal projects;
· Keep and archive maintenance logs and records;
· Participate in all meetings related to the position, including but not limited to; head of department meetings, forums, planning and project meetings as well as corporate meetings;
Human Resources
· Lead the hiring process for Technical Department working with the Company Manager and participate in the integration, training, and development of members of the team;
· Work in collaboration with the Human Resources Department to identify crew for succession planning purposes and deploy coaching, training, and development plans;
· Thoroughly evaluate all direct reports and supervise the evaluation of all staff done by heads of department;
· Oversee workforce planning for all Technical Department staff, together with the Company Manager;
YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE
· College-level diploma (or equivalent) in live entertainment or theatre production (or equivalent work experience);
· A relevant combination of academic background and professional experience will also be considered;
· Ten years’ experience in show business technical management;
· Strong experience in budget and personnel management;
· Fluency in spoken and written English is essential;
· Knowledge of Spanish an important asset;
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
· Ability to be a positive motivator and leader for the technical team;
· Organized, self-motivated and tenacious in dealing with a large quantity of daily time critical requests.
· Availability to work full time in Mexico.
Application Deadline:
July 13, 2024
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Technical/Show Support
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
Mexico,
Riviera Maya
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United Kingdom, London
