Theme Shop Director

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities with promo

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Employee appreciation events

Education assistance programs

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells invites you to apply for the Theme Shop Director role. You will lead a team of artists, craftsmen, and fabricators, guiding themed environments from concept through installation across multiple resort properties.

Travel is required as you coordinate schedules, vendor coordination, and project priorities while ensuring safety standards and on-time delivery. Join a family-owned company committed to excellence and care.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and ability to follow technical instructions.
• Hands-on fabrication knowledge and basic math.
• Creative, detail-oriented problem solver who learns quickly.
• Team-focused, dependable, able to work independently with production team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the in-house Theme Shop team supporting signage, theming, fabrication, and creative needs across five resort properties and a golf course.
• Oversee theme shop production from concept through installation, including estimates, schedules, materials, purchasing, fabrication, and vendor coordination.
• Manage and mentor a team of up to 25 artists, craftsmen, and fabricators while leading product development meetings and day-to-day project priorities.
• Guide the design, creation, and installation of themed environments, signage, large-scale sculptures, installation art, and custom pieces for parks, restaurants, lobbies, convention spaces, and other venues.
• Collaborate with ownership, internal departments, subcontractors, vendors, and tradespeople to bring creative ideas, renovations, remodels, and new projects to life.
• Promote a safe, reliable, and efficient shop environment by following company policies, ensuring PPE and safety compliance, troubleshooting recurring issues, managing supplies, and supporting equipment maintenance.

Skills

Communication

Fabrication knowledge

Math skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Tools

OSHA 30-Hour training

Job description

At Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, we don't just create vacations - we craft unforgettable experiences. Home to America's Largest Indoor Waterparks, our African-inspired resorts offer world-class dining, luxurious spas, thrilling entertainment, and cutting-edge convention centers that redefine hospitality.

But we're more than a resort. As a family-owned company, our Promise is simple: Lead with Love. This means caring deeply for our guests, associates, and communities - treating people like family, giving back generously, and creating spaces where everyone feels valued.

Through our partnership with charity: water, we're also committed to bringing clean water to one million people in Africa.

Theme Shop Director

We invite you to apply for the Theme Shop Director position. In this role, you will lead a team of artist/craftsmen creating custom themed projects for Kalahari Resorts. The Theme Shop Director will oversee ongoing projects by managing a production schedule, ensuring all projects are completed according to specifications, and ensuring safety standards are always met. Some travel is required.

Theme Shop Video

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Essential Functions

• Lead the in-house Theme Shop team supporting signage, theming, fabrication, and creative needs across five resort properties and a golf course.
• Oversee theme shop production from concept through installation, including estimates, schedules, materials, purchasing, fabrication, and vendor coordination.
• Manage and mentor a team of up to 25 artists, craftsmen, and fabricators while leading product development meetings and day-to-day project priorities.
• Guide the design, creation, and installation of themed environments, signage, large-scale sculptures, installation art, and custom pieces for parks, restaurants, lobbies, convention spaces, and other venues.
• Collaborate with ownership, internal departments, subcontractors, vendors, and tradespeople to bring creative ideas, renovations, remodels, and new projects to life.
• Promote a safe, reliable, and efficient shop environment by following company policies, ensuring PPE and safety compliance, troubleshooting recurring issues, managing supplies, and supporting equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to read, understand, and follow technical instructions.
• Hands-on knowledge of fabrication processes, commercial or construction fabrication techniques, and basic math.
• Creative, detail-oriented problem solver who enjoys thinking outside the box and continuously learning.
• Team-focused and dependable, with the ability to work independently while communicating and collaborating with production team members.
• Committed to a safe work environment, including following OSHA regulations and consistently using required PPE such as face shields and gloves; OSHA 30-Hour training is preferred.

A Sampling of Our Benefits

Our team enjoys a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Career growth opportunities with promotion from within
• 401(k) matching, paid time off, and holiday compensation
• Health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time associates
• Employee appreciation events, discounts, and perks at all resorts
• Education assistance programs to help advance your career

Be Part of Something Extraordinary

At Kalahari, we believe the best leaders Lead with Love - because love builds trust, inspires growth, and creates experiences that last a lifetime. That's why we're proud to be recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Midsize Employers, America's Best Employers for Women, and by USA TODAY as the #1 Best Indoor Water Park.

Here, careers thrive, innovation is encouraged, and every day brings new opportunities to create meaningful moments. Whether you're delivering guest service, crafting memorable meals, or leading a team, your work makes real impact.

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Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.