Sr Technical Director Kissimmee, FL, USA
Posted 2025-04-06Job Posting Title:
Sr Technical Director
Req ID:
10113903
Job Description:
About the Role & Team
Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences. From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team  representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers  brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle and a dash of pixie dust!
The Senior Technical Director is responsible for leading technical production efforts related to the development of Disney Live Entertainment offerings, including stage shows, special events, and parades at the Walt Disney World Resort. This role requires an in-depth understanding of the overall design intent and the ability to realize it through the effective execution of the creative process.
This is a full-time role on-site in Orlando that will report to the Manager - Technical Direction.
What You Will Do
 Demonstrate outstanding abilities in Technical Direction while leading efforts to strategize, coordinate, budget, schedule, prioritize, and deliver scope throughout the entire course of a project by driving the development, production, and delivery of the technical design elements
 Lead, facilitate, and integrate the development and production of the technical design elements with a specialized focus on design, fabrication, installation, and sustainment
 Drive participation in creative development and coordinate partnerships with local and government authorities for legal code compliance (including but not limited to Safety, Engineering, Central Florida Tourism Oversight District [permitting], ADA, etc.)
 Coordinate bid processes and vendor selections with contracts and procurement
 Supervise vendor efforts, including design development, construction, fabrication, shipping, integration with designers and other vendors, installation, acceptance testing, and turnover
 Lead large-scale and long-term projects
 Function as a mentor in the development of Technicians and Project Assistants/Planners
 Promote company-wide standards and efficiencies while providing technical recommendations for implementation and operational planning
 Conduct ongoing Entertainment Show Quality evaluations of existing venues and offerings
 Provide support to sustain the original show design intent
 Identify and implement new departmental workflow strategies, technologies, and applications
 Assist the department Principal in forecasting the staffing and right fit project assignments for a Flexible Workforce
 Maintain project files, design documents, bid packages, schedules, and punch lists
Required Qualifications & Skills
 7+ years of experience in Technical Theater or Live Show Entertainment development and production
 Proven knowledge and understanding of the operation and artistic application of a wide variety of show systems and technology, including audio, special effects, puppets, lighting, show control systems, video, facilities, and rigging
 Demonstrated knowledge and familiarity with the entertainment industryÂs innovative technologies
 Proven experience with facility design, engineering, and construction
 Ability to make sense of diverse multidisciplinary requirements and collaborate to bring the project goals into focus for everyone involved
 Ability to research and present technical design options
 Understanding and experience in contract negotiations for consultants to develop appropriate scope and budget
 Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express creative ideas
 Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
 Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
 Demonstrated outstanding leadership, partnering, and strategic planning skills
 Highly motivated, requiring minimal direction and follow-up
 Strong computer skills (Outlook, Microsoft Suite, AutoCAD)
 Proven track record to support the creative process by collaborating with other designers, directors, writers, and producers
 Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and travel
 Willingness and ability to travel internationally frequently for extended periods
Preferred Qualifications
 Strong understanding of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Epcot Building Codes, and all other applicable local Authorities Having Jurisdiction and regulatory agencies
 Proven business management experience
 Proficient in some or all of the following engineering subject areas: structural, mechanical, electrical, software, safety
 Proficiency in other languages is a plus
Education
 College degree or equivalent professional experience with a focus on theatrical design, technical production, and/or project management
Job Posting Segment:
Disney Live Entertainment
Job Posting Primary Business:
Walt Disney World (DLE)
Primary Job Posting Category:
Entertainment-Technical Direction
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Kissimmee, FL, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-03-04
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