Sr Manager, Ride & Show (AVPL) – (Frisco, TX)

JOB SUMMARY: Provides technical management, inclusive of budget and schedule, for the design and development of the audio, video, projection and/or lighting systems for a large multi-faceted theme park attractions and area development site/sound.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Establishes quantitative requirements and specifications based on interpreting creative intent for audio, video, projection and or lighting systems.
• Produces scopes of work and manages progress from design through installation.
• Reviews designs and documentation from vendors ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and specifications.
• Organizes, leads and participates in multi-system control specifications.
• Leads production reviews at vendor locations ensuring product quality, specification conformance and schedule accuracy.
• Develops and oversees project schedules and budgetary demands.
• Supervises installation, test and adjustment of A/V/P/L systems to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Oversees contractor’s mock-up or prototype efforts to ensure results reflect the final installed system.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Supervises Vendors and their installation, integration, and design of systems. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. State of the art knowledge of audio/video/projection/lighting technologies and software is required. Knowledge of controls systems and AutoCAD systems is required.

SCOPE: Manages the design and development of the audio, video, and or lighting projection of systems for large multi-faceted theme park attractions.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Engineering or a related field is preferred. Master’s degree in: Engineering or a related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: 0-1 year previous experience with turnkey projects, specifically within the entertainment/theme park industry is preferred. 3-5 Years: Relevant project management experience is required. 5-7 Years: Relevant combined audio/video design and development experience is required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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