HOS Stage Manager

This is a Seasonalrole;employment dates will align with Busch Gardens Tampas Howl-O-Scream event.

Compensation Rate: $17/hour

Basic Requirements:

• If you are an Active Part-Time employee applying for this role be sure to select Part-Time for your desired status on the next screen. All new applicants and Active Seasonal employees should select Seasonal.

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Must be able to obtain a validdriverslicense with proof of insurance and able to meet SEA driving guidelines.

• Must be able to work aflexible schedule/hoursbased on business need to include opening mid- and closing shifts nights weekends and holidays

• College Degree (preferred) theater or related field equivalent experience in theater or entertainment related discipline

• Minimum 2 years practical Stage Management experience or a similar combination of management or leadership experience preferred

• Knowledge of entertainment events andlogistics including but not limited to basic audio systems basic theatrical lighting theming signage and decor

• Displayproficiencywith MS Office: Word Excel PowerPoint.

• Must have excellent organizational problemsolvingand planning skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Able to work under pressure and direct personnel under ambiguous or uncertain stressful conditions.

• Possessexcellent interpersonalverbaland written communication skills successfully interacting in a positive manner with various guests entertainers leadership technicians outside contractors entertainment and park staff and personnel from other departments or corporate teams.

• Must be able to recognize behavioral issues within the team that need to be addressed and handle them inan appropriateandtimelymanner.

• Understand and enforce the use of proper safety protocols and safety systems be able toproperly inspectand document inspections and operation of safety sensitive equipment or procedures and enforce the consistent use of personal protective equipment.

• Demonstratestrong communicationskills display respect for others perform all duties with a positiveattitudeanddemonstrateteamwork professionalism be willing to increase their personal development and positively influence employees and vendors/contractors and display strong guest service skills.

• Provide technical support and service for events or for other departmental needs and perform other functions as directed by management for the good of the Department and Park.

• Adhere to and enforce all Park/Department policies and procedures

• Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests

• Must be able to lift push pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs. on an occasional basis.

• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights (if needed)

• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying Florida weather to include extreme heat. Position will be exposed to fumes dustodorsand cold/heat temperature extremes

• Must be able to work inenvironmentswith atmospheric effects such as fog smoke haze mist bubblesnowand scents. There may also be lighting effects such as strobe lights bright dark elevated or cramped conditions

• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling squatting bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead reach overhead simplegraspand fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)

• Perform all cleaning duties including use of cleaning chemicals

• Must be flexible in work locations and roles as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the supervision and implementation of the daily operation of Consumer Events festivals and shows; including scheduling and following up on task assignments for cast and crew.

• Responsible for leading rehearsals and othertrainingfor assigned work groups and teams as needed.

• Responsible to mentor staff tomaintainsuccessfulteam-oriented productions.

• Provide over-all logistical support for the entire Entertainment Department and warehouse when needed.

• Developing updating and following the SOPs attendance/performance tracking daily reports supplyrequestsand other documentationfor entertainment operations.

• Ensuring the safety of all Team Members as well as ensuring that all team members are getting required safety training and are using proper PPE.

• Responsible for supervision of areas to include but not limited to; events cast technicians costume/dresser staff daily hours reporting ambassador coaching overtime requests deviation/sign in sheets theatrical and technical systems theater safety facility maintenance and cleanliness monitoring show quality scheduling and participating in or running rehearsals daily meetings and information dissemination team member development team member record keeping inventory & procurement of equipment materials and supplies.

• Responsible for developing andmaintainingquality standards throughout all assigned tasksspecial eventsand show positions

• Responsible formaintainingthe artistic and technical integrity of the show/event. Knowledge of all positions necessary for show operation.

• Act asa front-line management representative. Act as a liaison with Production EntertainmentTechnicaland Operational Entertainment Management Staff.

• Responsible for coordination and implementation ofspecial eventsand shows in other venues as needed.

• Responsible forassistingwith Entertainment activities andspecial eventsin other facilities outside of the park as needed.

• Submitdaily/weekly reports to Managers detailing all show and event related activities and other pertinent information.

• Cover for other Supervisors/Technicians/other departments as needed on their days off vacation absences etc.

• Work in a team environment and interact with guests and other ambassadors in a professional manner

• Attend all requiredtraining rehearsals event days andadditionalworkdays unless communicated during the hiring process.

• Perform other duties as assigned