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Director of Entertainment (Scenic & Creative)

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DIRECTOR OF ENTERTAINMENT (Scenic & Creative)

Position Summary
The Director of Entertainment is responsible for the conceptual development, design oversight, and production of immersive entertainment experiences for Anakeesta and their seasonal events, and live seasonal productions. This role leads the creative process from initial concepting through installation and operation, overseeing casting, show writing and content, scenic event decor, initial vendor coordination, and budgeting oversight, both expense and capital.

The ideal candidate combines strong theatrical storytelling with practical production management and a deep understanding of themed event entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and direct original entertainment concepts shows, festivals, and live events.

  • Talent casting, script writing, character concepts, and creative treatments for stage shows, atmosphere entertainment, and seasonal productions.

  • Collaborate with outsourced directors, choreographers, scenic designers, lighting designers, and technical teams to create cohesive entertainment experiences.

  • Source directors, choreographers, wardrobe designers, and outsourced talent as needed for large and small event functions within the park.

  • Produce, direct and design show content, costuming, and show production elements for multiple productions throughout the calendar year.

  • Oversee creative team for theme park décor and environmental storytelling elements to support immersive guest experiences.

  • Oversee the management for the scenic team for fabrication projects from concept through installation, including working directly with vendors, fabricators, and production partners.

  • Oversee the management team of the Audio/Visual department, for all in park experiences including Astra Lumina, the Firefly Experience, and overall park lighting effects.

  • Create/oversee labor, production, and operational expense budgets for entertainment projects and seasonal events.

  • Negotiate with external vendors, scenic shops, costume houses, audio/visual providers, and specialty fabricators.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to entertainment management staff, performers, designers, and production teams.

  • Manage event creative and scenic production budgets, including forecasting, purchasing, vendor management, and expense tracking.

  • Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, entertainment, and leadership teams

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