Theme Shop Director — Creative Fabrication Leader

kalaharijobs; Wisconsin Dells (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Retirement plan (401k)

Health/dental/vision

Staff discounts & perks

Education support

Job summary

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells seeks a Creative Theme Shop Director to lead a team of artists, craftsmen, and fabricators in developing themed environments for five resort properties and a golf course. You will oversee projects from concept through installation, managing schedules, materials, purchasing, and vendor coordination.

The role requires hands-on fabrication knowledge, strong communication, and a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and ability to read and follow technical instructions.
• Hands-on knowledge of fabrication processes and basic math.
• Creative, detail-oriented problem solver who enjoys learning.
• Team-focused and dependable, able to work independently with a production team.
• Committed to safe work environment with PPE usage and OSHA awareness.

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

Strong communication

Fabrication knowledge

Creative problem solving

Team collaboration

OSHA compliance

Job description

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Wisconsin Dells seeks a Creative Theme Shop Director to lead a team of artists, craftsmen, and fabricators in developing themed environments for five resort properties and a golf course. You will oversee projects from concept through installation, managing schedules, materials, purchasing, and vendor coordination.

The role requires hands-on fabrication knowledge, strong communication, and a safety-first mindset.