Assistant Theme Park Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Job Description

The Senior Producer, Show is responsible for overall management and leadership of the Creative team, project documentation including, but not limited to Deliverables Lists, Request for Proposal (RFP) Documents, Attraction Design Drawings, Attraction Scope, management of project folder structure, document control to the architects and vendors as well as all other pertinent records. Supervises the Associate Producer and or Producer with managing the show design team efforts and individual vendor deliverables.

Responsibilities:

• Oversees Show Producers, and Creative Team members, supporting the organization and submission of all projects related documentation required for third party Intellectual Property (IP) approval and ensures that the database is maintained to reflect accurate records of all pertinent project correspondence and listed show / ride elements. 
• Accountable for ensuring that all project team members have complete and current information on project scope, budget, schedule procurement and development strategies.
• Partners with project management in the development and processing and writing of RFP Documents required to procure needed show elements for each attraction. As assigned, is responsible for writing required scopes and managing vendors.
• Establishes, builds, and maintains positive and productive team relationships based on open communication, trust and teamwork with project partners, departments, disciplines, and personnel.  Communicates, inspires, and maintains project intent among all team-members.  Acts as project liaison for appropriate internal and external partners, licensors, and intellectual property developers. Facilitates organization and reporting of project team meetings and maintains and drives action item lists with responsibilities, duties, and current status.
• Oversees the project’s producers to complete special assignments, as assigned is responsible for managing scope and themed elements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred from a four-year college or university in Theatrical Arts, Theme Park Associated Design, or a related field.
• 9+ years’ experience in theatrical, theme park or other media related design/production field required. 3+ years’ experience as a Show Producer in theme park attraction projects from design through installation required. 8+ years’ experience in theme park design and design management preferred.
• Ability to review and understand architectural, engineering, and ride / show documentation including specification and blueprints, understanding of production / design terminology is required.

Desired Characteristics:

• Dependable with an excellent attendance record.
• Proven ability to communicate with all business levels over the phone, through written communication and in-person to create a comfortable and appropriate professional relationship.
• Proficient in PEOPLESOFT CODED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES.
• Strong design and production portfolio. 
• Knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, bid package preparation and variety of vendors.
• Knowledge of theme park technologies, including ride, A/V, robotics, engineering and various show systems.
• Knowledge of theme park related architectural, project management and production/construction practices.
• Demonstrates ability to lead staff, instill a spirit of teamwork and promote staff development. 
• Makes independent choices free from immediate supervision. 
• Possesses solid aesthetic sensibilities and storytelling skills to support the creative process and to facilitate communication between all disciplines.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. 
• Demonstrates active listening and effective questioning techniques.

Additional Requirements:

• Required On-Site: This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal-designated worksite.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $110,000-155,000 (bonus eligible).

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.