Shipwide Show Director (Fixed Term)

The Walt Disney Company • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • 10h ago

Job Description: Responsibilities:

Teaches and directs existing staging/motivation, choreography and Disney Character development to both Character and Mainstage performers involved in Disney Cruise Line Shipwide productions -- including but not limited to theatrical dining, adult and family offerings, deck parties, theme nights, premium offerings, character programs and other Disney specific entertainment events and activities
Directs actors and singers in various styles of LIVE performance, with a significant focus on sketch comedy, Improvisation, Interactive and Immersive theatrical experiences.
May be asked to participate in various stages within a creative project including but not limited to, idea generation, development of treatments, pitch presentations, scripts and casting
Leads rehearsals and ensures the sustainability and excellence of performances
Contribute to fostering Disney Cruise Line's culture of relevancy and belonging
Works in partnership with the Production Manager on all cast related issues -- both creative and operational
Responsible for the casting, assigning, and tracking of Disney Characters and Disney principle actors and understudies for Shipwide entertainment offerings.
Collaborates and partners with a range of Disney professionals to include:
WDI Creative Directors
DCL \& WDE Show Directors
Production Manager
Vocal Directors
WDE Talent Casting
Choreographers
Senior Technical
Stage Manager
Character Manager
WDE Puppet Specialist
Overall responsibility for maintaining Disney creative standards, including but not limited to show quality, character integrity, and Disney standards of safety
Gives notes and performance feedback to performers
Travel for maintenance cruises and crossovers depending on rehearsal schedule in Toronto and/or operational need onboard
Collaborate with the DCL Toronto team in the ongoing management and future planning of all DCL rehearsals

Qualifications:

At least 10 years professional experience (or equivalent in education and experience) in LIVE theatrical entertainment -- must include acting, vocal, and choreographic performance and direction
5 years leadership and supervisory experience in a fast-paced entertainment environment such as the Walt Disney Company (or similar)
Must have at least 3 years experience as a Theatrical Director, preferably for The Walt Disney Company, or a similar Children's or Family Theatre entertainment entity
Accomplished and credited directorial expertise of large and small-scale musical theater performance, sketch comedy, interactive/immersive experiences, and technical theater/stage craft
Excels at motivating and inspiring theatrical professionals, serving as a mentor to future creative and artistic leaders
Committed to leading and working within a diverse and inclusive workspace
Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management
Good understanding of Disney character brand usage and how it interfaces with the Disney Cruise Line repertory theatre operation
Clear understanding of DCL's Mainstage and Character recruiting and casting processes
Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Fluency in Spanish is an asset
Computer proficiency -- Excel, Word, Outlook and Keynote
Willing and able to travel to the U.S. and internationally
Agreeable to all maritime sailing and seafarer guidelines, requirements and regulations, including sailing onboard the DCL ships statused as "crew" and assigned to the crew manifest.
Able to work with a flexible and fluid rehearsal schedule including weekends and long days during busy periods.

Required Education:

High School diploma or equivalent
Post-Secondary education in entertainment performance, instruction \& management -- or equivalent in professional experience is strongly preferred

The Walt Disney Company

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