Show Lighting Technician (Busch Gardens Williamsburg)

SeaWorld Entertainment; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an exciting amusement park where you will contribute to creating unforgettable experiences for guests from around the world. In this seasonal role, you will play a vital part in the Theatrical Services and Entertainment Show Operations teams, ensuring the seamless operation of show lighting and video. Your technical expertise and collaborative spirit will help maintain high standards of entertainment while adhering to safety guidelines. This dynamic environment offers not just a job, but an opportunity to be part of a fun, fast-paced atmosphere filled with great teammates and memorable moments. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional guest service and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this is the perfect position for you.

Benefits

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events and giveaways

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional technical entertainment lighting experience preferred.
• Ability to work at heights over 75’ and lift 50 pounds required.

Responsibilities

• Execute operation and maintenance of Show Product lighting and video.
• Collaborate with teams to achieve project goals and objectives.

Skills

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking Skills

Collaboration Skills

Education

Associates or BA in Technical Theatre

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

ETC EOS family lighting consoles

Show control networking (sACn, ArtNet)

Theatrical lighting equipment

Job description

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!

What you get to do:

• Participates as an integral contributor to the Theatrical Services and Entertainment Show Operations teams.
• Executes the operation and general maintenance of Show Product lighting and/or video, either as a console or followspot operator.
• Collaborates with Theatrical Services, Entertainment Show Production, and Entertainment Show Operations teams to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Works with outside contractors.
• Maintains Entertainment facilities and equipment.
• Works with department schedules and paperwork in order to achieve Entertainment product goals and objectives.
• Follows project timelines to ensure park and departmental goals, safety targets, and objectives are obtained.
• Follows park and department safety guidelines.
• Participates in the Theatrical Services department training programs.
• Participates in other duties as assigned to support park and departmental goals and objectives.
• Show Operations: Execute operational Show Product work based on park and department goals and objectives and other duties as assigned.
• Theatrical Services: Participates in the installation, removal, and maintenance of entertainment lighting and video equipment when Show Product is not operational.
• Training and Development: Participates in Theatrical Services training and development programs and department safety initiatives.

What it takes to succeed:

• Proven technical skills, strong communication skills
• Positive attitude, team player
• Multi-tasking skills
• Collaboration skills

Education and Special Skills:

• Associates or BA in Technical Theatre, Theatre Arts, or equivalent professional experience preferred.
• 2 years professional technical entertainment lighting experience preferred.
• Experience with ETC EOS family lighting consoles preferred.
• Experience with show control networking preferred (sACn, ArtNet).
• Experience with the maintenance of moving lights preferred (Robe, Vari*Lite).
• Experience with hand tools and theatrical lighting equipment
• Ability to work at heights to over 75’ required.
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds required.
• Ability to perform outdoor work in temperature extremes and overnight shifts required.
• Valid US Driver’s License preferred.

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.