HOS Stage Manager

SEASONAL POSITION

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

This is a Seasonal

role;

employment dates will align with Busch Gardens Tampa's 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 valid

driver's

license with proof of insurance and able to meet SEA driving guidelines.

Must be able to work a

flexible schedule/hours

based 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 and

logistics

, including but not limited to basic audio systems, basic theatrical lighting, theming, signage, and decor

Display

proficiency

with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Must have excellent organizational, problem

solving,

and 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.

Possess

excellent interpersonal,

verbal

and 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 in

an appropriate

and

timely

manner.

Understand and enforce the use of proper safety protocols and safety systems, be able to

properly inspect

and document inspections and operation of safety sensitive equipment or procedures and enforce the consistent use of personal protective equipment.

Demonstrate

strong communication

skills, display respect for others, perform all duties with a positive

attitude

and

demonstrate

teamwork, 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, dust,

odors

and cold/heat temperature extremes

Must be able to work in

environment

s

with atmospheric effects such as fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubble,

snow,

and 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, simple

grasp

and 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 other

training

for assigned work groups and teams as needed.

Responsible to mentor staff to

maintain

successful

team-oriented productions.

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

Developing, updating, and following the SOP’s, attendance/performance tracking, daily reports, supply

requests

and other documentation

required

for 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 and

maintaining

quality standards throughout all assigned tasks,

special events

and show positions

Responsible for

maintaining

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

Act as

a front

-line management representative. Act as a liaison with Production, Entertainment

Technical,

and Operational Entertainment Management Staff.

Responsible for coordination and implementation of

special events

and shows in other venues as needed.

Responsible for

assisting

with Entertainment activities and

special events

in other facilities outside of the park as needed.

Submit

daily/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 required

training

, rehearsals, event days, and

additional

workdays unless communicated during the hiring process.

Perform other duties as assigned

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:
FREE park admission
Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Scholarship opportunities
Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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