Show Control Technician - Walt Disney Theater

Job ID 1163845BR Location Shipboard Business Disney Cruise Line Date posted Dec. 11, 2024

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Job Summary:

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today. 

As Show Control Technician- Walt Disney Theater, you will manage the operation and maintenance of all Show Control elements at the Walt Disney Theater for our Broadway/West End Style Musical Theater Production Shows. You will install, set up and operate all Show Control Systems and equipment while providing guidance to the Stage Lighting/Special Effects Technician.

You will report to Senior Technician WDT 

Level: Officer 

Responsibilities:

Manage the operation and maintenance of all Walt Disney Theater Show Control elements including intelligent and generic lighting, video projection and control systems, pyrotechnic and special effects systems and other devices
Install, set-up and operate all Show Control Systems and equipment
Test, maintain and fire the Pyrotechnic and Laser systems in the Walt Disney Theatre and for outdoor deck parties
Maintain the proper stock of show consumables.
Provide direction to the Stage Lighting/Special Effects Technician for the maintenance of all show control equipment
Be an important contributor to the WDT Theater Team with responsibilities for load in and load outs, Cast changeovers, new show installations, equipment tests, vendor support, movie premiers and company events

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum five years show production experience in a similar role, preferably as a Master Electrician, Chief Electrician, or Show Control Systems operator
Experience with the programming, operation and maintenance of sophisticated theatre lighting systems, including moving lights
Proficiency with video projection systems, theatrical special effects, computerized show control systems, show controllers, AMX and hard disk playback systems
Experience with grandMA lighting consoles, SMPTE time code or MIDI controlled equipment
Can work at height with heavy equipment

Additional Information:

This is a shipboard role

Benefits offered year-round, on contract and off-contract, as long as return contract is signed, including Major Medical Coverage, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance and Retirement Savings Plan Option
You must:

Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations

Your Responsibilities:

Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
Complete a pre-employment medical
Obtain a criminal background check
Bring approved work shoes

Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.

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About Disney Cruise Line:

A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard our growing fleet of ships and Disney’s island destinations in The Bahamas, our exceptional crew and cast members provide legendary Disney service and enchanting entertainment to our guests that only Disney can deliver.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Magical Cruise Company, Limited, which is part of a business we call Disney Cruise Line.

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