Principal Technical Director, Show (Project Hire/Internal Assignment); Disney Live Entertainment
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $72,300.00 - $164,200.00
Benefits
Health Insurance
Savings benefits
Educational opportunities
bonus and/or long-term incentive units
Unique Disney perks
Paid Time Off
retirement plans
Job Description
Disney Live Entertainment (DLE) is a global leader in the creation and production of live entertainment experiences that captivate and bring joy to audiences worldwide. As a division of The Walt Disney Company, DLE is dedicated to delivering magical and memorable moments through innovative, immersive productions such as shows, parades, spectaculars, theatrical performances, and special events. Their team comprises talented professionals who combine creativity and technical expertise to produce world-class entertainment that aligns with Disney's high standards of quality, safety, and reliability.
DLE is currently seeking a Principal Technical Director to spearhead the technical direction of their live entertainment projec... Show More
DLE is currently seeking a Principal Technical Director to spearhead the technical direction of their live entertainment projec... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in technical theatre, engineering, or related field or equivalent experience
- 10+ years experience in technical direction for live entertainment or related experience
- Working experience and knowledge of theater architecture
- Strong leadership and technical project management skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- In-depth knowledge of complex technical systems used in live entertainment
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally
- Willingness to relocate internationally in the future
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
- Over 10 years of experience in technical direction for live entertainment productions or related field
- Working knowledge and experience in theater architecture
- Strong leadership and technical project management skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities
- In-depth knowledge of complex technical systems and equipment used in live entertainment
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Commitment to safety and quality
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally and relocate internationally in the future
- Experience working in theme parks or large-scale entertainment environments (preferred)
- Experience with architectural scenography design, engineering, and construction (preferred)
- Advanced certifications in technical theatre, circus, industrial engineering, hazard analysis or related disciplines (preferred)
Job Duties
- Meet company expectations prioritizing safety in decision making
- Serve as the champion for safety
- Lead technical direction for shows, parades, spectaculars, theatrical performances, and special events
- Provide leadership through project lifecycles from concept to final documentation
- Collaborate with creative teams to develop technical solutions supporting artistic vision
- Oversee design, installation, and maintenance strategies of complex technical systems
- Manage budgets, schedules, resources, and vendors to complete projects on time and within budget
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company standards
- Provide technical expertise during rehearsals and performances
- Mentor and develop regional technical staff
- Stay current with industry trends and technological advancements
- Participate in the development of company standards
- Build and lead project teams for technical delivery
- Provide functional leadership to assigned technical resources
- Support regional strategies related to vendor management, benchmarking, and talent development
- Report regularly to Project Steering Committee
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