Live Parade Production Lead

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a capable crew leader to coordinate the design, construction and installation of technical aspects for live entertainment parades. You will work as part of the Entertainment Production Team to ensure parade elements are built to spec and run safely and on schedule.

The role requires you to supervise staff, develop schedules, and collaborate with maintenance and other departments to execute high-quality parades.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• Shifts are dependent upon department needs
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to stand/walk for the length of the shift
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the area as needed.
• Communicate well, think quickly in pressure situations, and motivate a work crew.
• Understand job responsibilities for all positions under supervision.
• Develop and maintain work schedules for all staff in assigned area.
• Collaborate with other departments, venues, and units as needed.
• Develop procedures to run the area efficiently.
• Create procedures for projects and parades to run smoothly.
• Coordinate with Maintenance to inspect and clear parade floats and vehicles.
• Execute approved design ideas by Entertainment Production Team.
• Maintain guest-first mindset to start parades on time.
• Act as a resource for the team.
• Navigate scenic elements in production spaces.
• Hold regular crew meetings for updates and feedback.
• Monitor performance of team members and provide coaching/discipline as needed.
• Complete departmental and park paperwork.
• Ensure show elements are maintained and safe.
• Enforce park policies in the Handbook and SOPs.
• Report unsafe acts to supervisors.
• Train new personnel as needed.
• Complete projects as directed by management.

Skills

Minimum age 18

Valid driver’s license

Stand/walk long shifts

Outdoor weather tolerance

Professional and self-motivated

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Enthusiastic attitude

Job description

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a capable crew leader to coordinate the design, construction and installation of technical aspects for live entertainment parades. You will work as part of the Entertainment Production Team to ensure parade elements are built to spec and run safely and on schedule.

The role requires you to supervise staff, develop schedules, and collaborate with maintenance and other departments to execute high-quality parades.