Entertainment Lead

Merlin; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Merlin Magic Pass

Recognition programs

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Merlin in North Richland Hills, TX, is seeking an Entertainment Lead to supervise shows, events, and costumed products. You will oversee cast/crew, ensure show quality and safety, and manage rehearsal and operational processes.

You will collaborate with Entertainment, Theming, Operations, and Production teams to meet rehearsal, installation, and strike plans while maintaining schedules and training needs for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Associate or BA in Theatre Management, Theatre Arts, Event Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in theatrical, cruise ship, or theme park live entertainment show production.

Responsibilities

• Basic lighting, audio, SFX, scenic design, costuming, and staging knowledge.
• Collaborates with Entertainment Theming, Operations, Production, and Theatrical Services teams to achieve project goals and objectives, including rehearsal, installation, and strike plans.
• Knowledge of all positions necessary for show operation.
• Foster a fun, safe, positive, and professional work environment and provide excellent service for guests, with children as the primary focus.
• Maintains the daily artistic and operational integrity of the assigned shows, events, or costumed character products.
• Work with the technical and operations teams to gather auditions and rehearsals support needs before operation.
• Collaborates with department leadership in the execution and supervision of Entertainment processes to achieve health and safety targets.
• Maintain and update Entertainment SOPs & KPI tracking targets.
• Assist in maintaining assigned cast and crew schedules and timecards using company timekeeping programs.
• With help from the Entertainment Manager and Supervisor, develop, perform, and evaluate cast/crew within the team and conduct developmental discussions.
• Works with project timelines to ensure park and department goals are met.
• Cover for other Stage Managers/Technicians on days off, vacation, or absences.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Theatre management

Event management

Education

Associate or BA in Theatre Management

Theatre Arts

Event Management

Job description

Job Summary

The Entertainment Lead supports one or more of Peppa Pig Theme Park’s shows, events, or costumed character products. Their work involves cast/crew supervision, show/event quality assurance, safety, and venue operations. They are also instrumental in running and maintaining rehearsal and operational processes, training, schedules, production books, and cast/crew start-up meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Basic lighting, audio, SFX, scenic design, costuming, and staging knowledge.
• Collaborates with the Entertainment Theming, Operations, Production, and Theatrical Services teams to achieve project goals and objectives, including the rehearsal, installation, and strike plans.
• Knowledge of all positions necessary for show operation.
• Foster a fun, safe, positive, and professional work environment and provide excellent service for guests, with children as the primary focus.
• Maintains the daily artistic and operational integrity of the assigned shows, events, or costumed character products.
• Work with the technical and operations teams to gather all auditions and rehearsals support needs before operation.
• Collaborates with department leadership in the execution and supervision of Entertainment processes to achieve park and department health and safety targets.
• Maintain and update Entertainment SOP’s & KPI tracking targets.
• Assist in maintaining assigned cast and crew schedules and timecards using company timekeeping programs.
• With help from the Entertainment Manager and Supervisor, execute the development, performance, and evaluation of cast or crew members within the assigned team and administer developmental discussions for successful daily operation.
• Works with creative project timelines and schedules to ensure park and departmental goals and objectives are obtained.
• Cover for other Stage Managers/Technicians on their days off, vacation, absences, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Associate or BA in Theatre Management, Theatre Arts, Event Management, or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in theatrical, cruise ship, or theme park live entertainment show production.

Working Conditions

• Various inside and outside locations with varying temperatures and floor surfaces.
• Exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.

Physical Demands

• Ability to hear, listen, and to communicate with others.
• Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Finger dexterity sufficient to complete paperwork activities and to use a computer.
• Wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions.
• Move throughout all areas of the attraction with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Stand, sit, and/or walk continuously with or without a reasonable accommodation and perform job function for the full shift with meal break.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, and/or crouch to accomplish daily activities.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• May be exposed to a loud work environment.

Benefits

• Excellent Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy well-deserved breaks to recharge!
• Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.
• Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work!
• 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.
• Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!

Pay Range

USD $17.75/Hr.