Production Supervisor

The Walt Disney Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in family entertainment seeks a Production Supervisor to join their Toronto team. In this dynamic role, you will be at the heart of creating unforgettable experiences, managing rehearsals for award-winning theatrical productions. You will coordinate schedules, collaborate with creative teams, and ensure that every detail is meticulously organized for a seamless performance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art rehearsal facility, contributing to the magic of live entertainment at sea. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for the arts, this is the perfect chance to embark on a fulfilling career.

Qualifications

• Experience in scheduling and coordinating rehearsals for theatrical productions.
• Strong communication and leadership skills to manage multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate rehearsals for multiple casts effectively.
• Manage rehearsal schedules and ensure timely communication with teams.
• Oversee rehearsal props and studio organization.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Theatre or related field

Tools

Rehearsal Management Software

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Production Supervisor

Job ID: 10118814
Location: Toronto, Canada
Business: Disney Cruise Line
Date posted: April 22, 2025

Job Summary:

Disney Cruise Line (DCL), a division of The Walt Disney Company, operates a six-ship fleet of premium class cruise liners and is the industry leader in family vacations at sea. DCL Entertainment (Toronto) is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company Canada and serves as the rehearsal headquarters for DCL’s award-winning theatrical productions. Within a state-of-the-art entertainment rehearsal facility, DCL’s production teams pride themselves on creating memorable family entertainment that is both enchanting and magical – delighting the young and young at heart with legendary Disney storytelling.

Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Supervisor will be responsible for organizing, coordinating, operating and scheduling of all rehearsals for multiple casts.

Responsibilities:

• Creates and maintains daily rehearsal, fittings and crossover schedules - partnering with shoreside and shipboard teams.
• Manages all in studio rehearsals and breaks keeping room focused and on schedule.
• Manages Contract Riders for designated cast.
• Conducts meetings, presentations, reviews, briefs with cast leadership teams regarding creative, technical and operational procedures.
• Partners with Resident Director and Creative Team in identifying the cast leadership team.
• Conducts informational meetings with cast regarding shipboard procedures.
• Timely communication of informational updates.
• Manages scripts, scores and music changes.
• Maintains and updates “rehearsal/calling script” for each show with all the technical cues, including notes on lighting, sound, props, scenic, and special effects as well as blocking and production notes.
• Responsible for managing all rehearsal props, set pieces and overall organization of studios.
• Reports and monitors the Cast re compliance for Company policies and performance expectations.
• Ensures positive and productive interactions exist amongst cast.
• Deliver or ensure delivery of all HR related courses.
• Ensures rehearsal space is set for all rehearsals.
• Responsible for the coordination of all stunt rehearsals & logistics.
• Required to travel to the ship for technical rehearsals and or run of show for 2 – 3 weeks at a time.
• Agreeable to all maritime sailing and seafarer guidelines, requirements and regulations, including the possibility of sailing onboard the DCL ships with status as “crew