Head Coach, Human Performance — Acrobatics

Cirquedusoleil; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group in the United States seeks a Head Coach to lead the Artist Coaching team, ensure daily training quality, and drive performance improvements across acts and tableaux.

This full-time role reports to the Artistic Director and requires a strong background in Human Performance, risk management, and six years of group leadership, with fluency in English and knowledge of circus disciplines.

Qualifications

• Degree in physical activity sciences or related theoretical/practical studies for physical activity, sports, movement and circus arts.
• At least 6 years of group management and training planning experience; circus arts is a plus.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken; another language is an asset.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Effective communication and management skills in diverse contexts.
• Autonomy and ability to build close working relationships.
• Ability to handle uncertainty and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Ensure supervision and safety of Artists; manage Human Performance risk.
• Partner with Performance Medicine to implement Injury Risk Reduction strategies.
• Follow Governance & Standards set by the Director of Coaching; adhere to Coaching Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Create an Artist-centered environment for skill acquisition progressions and readiness assessments.
• Enhance performance by observing and correcting acrobatic execution and developing action plans.
• Monitor Artist progress and share information with Artist Management; collaborate on decisions.
• Oversee content of all training and acrobatic performances; ensure safe procedures.
• Deliver the Coaching portion of Artist evaluations and participate in professional development.

Skills

Fluent in English

Organizational skills

Communication

Autonomy

Relationship building

Adaptability

Education

Degree in physical activity sciences

National Coaches Certification Program Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group in the United States seeks a Head Coach to lead the Artist Coaching team, ensure daily training quality, and drive performance improvements across acts and tableaux.

This full-time role reports to the Artistic Director and requires a strong background in Human Performance, risk management, and six years of group leadership, with fluency in English and knowledge of circus disciplines.