Position: Head of Entertainment
About: This position oversees, directs and manages development, production, technical, administrative, and operational aspects of entertainment and special events for Knott’s Berry Farm. In collaboration with Cedar Fair Corporate Entertainment (XDS) creative leadership, recommends talent selection and performance standards when developing/producing show product or implements shows produced by XDS. Provides input on long-term growth planning for the division. Leads senior Entertainment staff in setting or implementing the operating standards and tone for the divisions. Creates and oversees the fiscal obligations and resources. Ensures general professional integrity and quality of all personnel, operations, product, and Guest experience.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Theatre Management, Themed Entertainment Management, Technical Production; At least 10 years of relevant work related experience; at least 25% of travel is required; Minimum 5 years of prior leadership/supervisory experience required; Must have strong knowledge of all aspects of theatre; Strong production skills (operations, producing – performance) Strong people skills – ability to work with strong personality types; Able to work well under pressure (Deadlines/Performer & Guest issues); Strong communications skills, both oral and written to include business plans and concept pitches; Strong production – Live Entertainment operations/production/technical background; Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs; Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law; Ability to pass a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law
Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience, Travel opportunities, Leadership development, Professional growth, Comprehensive benefits package
