Assistant Manager, Entertainment Production
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Job no: 641203
Work type: Regular (Full-Time)
Location: Orlando
Categories: Management, Entertainment, Orlando - Professional Generic
Universal Orlando Resort believes in-person collaboration is key to our success. Many of our Team Members work in a hybrid capacity, contributing from the workplace a minimum of three days per week. There are also roles that require being on-site full time. Limited remote opportunities may be available within specific departments. You’ll learn more about this during the recruitment process.
JOB SUMMARY:
Assists with the management of all Events and other projects as assigned resort-wide, including but not limited to: Event Advancement, pre-planning, design and production through post along with handling departmental staffing and infrastructure.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assisting the Production Manager with the planning and execution of assigned projects including pre-production, advancement, rehearsals, production and strike, and providing communication with all necessary counterparts within Universal Orlando. Provides guidance and oversight to the Stage Managers, Assistant Stage Managers, Coordinators, Performers, and Technicians. Assists in preventing/resolving operational and team member relations issues. Encourages and mentors the development of their team to help enhance/improve job performance and team member satisfaction.
- Assisting the Production Manager with the creation of and/or managing of production schedules, budgets, staffing plans, rental and/or purchasing agreements, including contracts.
- Assisting with the implementation of the strategic plan for the enhancement and improvement of the assigned project, while maintaining adherence to budgetary guidelines.
- Ensures that all team members attend mandatory training classes.
- Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree in theater or TV/Film Production preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- 3+ years in a management or supervisory position required.
- 3+ years entertainment experience in a professional entertainment or theme park environment.
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Basic technical entertainment knowledge required.
- Strong technical knowledge or skills are preferred.
- Strong communication skills required.
- Ability to function in a fluid, fast-paced work environment required.
- Familiarity and prior experience with standard and multi-faceted entertainment offerings preferred.
Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.
Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.
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