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Creative Strategist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$80K - $110K/yr

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for cirque soleil in the United States is $18.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Cirque du Soleil job refers to a variety of roles within the world-renowned entertainment company, which specializes in circus arts, acrobatics, and theatrical performances. Jobs range from performers like acrobats, dancers, and musicians to behind-the-scenes roles such as technicians, costume designers, and administrative staff. Each position contributes to creating immersive and visually stunning shows that tour globally or are based in resident locations. Working for Cirque du Soleil often requires exceptional skill, creativity, and dedication to the performing arts.

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To thrive as a Cirque du Soleil performer, you need advanced physical abilities in acrobatics, dance, or circus arts, often supported by extensive specialized training and professional performance experience. Familiarity with rigging systems, stage equipment, and safety certifications such as first aid or aerial apparatus proficiency are commonly required. Strong teamwork, adaptability, and resilience under pressure are standout soft skills due to the collaborative and dynamic nature of live shows. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring performer safety, delivering captivating performances, and maintaining the high standards of Cirque du Soleil productions.

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A typical schedule for a Cirque du Soleil performer involves frequent rehearsals, nightly or several weekly performances, and routine conditioning or training sessions to maintain peak physical readiness. Performers are often part of a rotating ensemble that works together closely, and show runs can last for weeks or even months at a single location or while on tour. While the hours can be demanding, especially during back-to-back performances, Cirque du Soleil supports its cast with on-site physiotherapy, coaching, and wellness resources. Teamwork is highly emphasized, and everyone is expected to communicate and collaborate for both creative and safety reasons. This environment fosters growth and high-level artistry while ensuring the health and well-being of every team member.

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Creative Strategist

Manhattan, NY • On-site


Cirque du Soleil
1 - 5K employees

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$80K - $110K/yr

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Job description

Creative Strategist

Sales, Marketing, and Communications

Full-Time Position

This position is offered remotely for candidates located outside the greater Montreal and Las Vegas area. Candidates based in Montreal or Las Vegas will be required to work on-site, in accordance with local practices.

We have a place for individuals with a distinct penchant for ensuring the smooth operation of our shows and events, for conceiving remarkable products, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, and for contributing to the enhancement of their expertise and the development of exceptional practices. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group relies on an ever more creative and collaborative approach to work in order to constantly push back the limits of the imagination!

Put Your Expertise in the Spotlight

The Integrated Marketing Strategist is tasked with building out world class pitches to support the global sponsorships sales team. Reporting to the Director, Partnership Strategy, this role will play a key role in the day to day strategic and pitch needs of the sales team across a large portfolio of opportunities.

Essential Functions
  • Develop impactful pitch decks and proposals leveraging data, strategy, creative ideation and available assets
  • Work cross-functionally across strategy, activation and sales teams to gain manage the pre-sales process from initial pitch to revisions through to sale
  • Maintain an in-depth working knowledge of Cirque du Soleil IP, residency and touring shows, artist network/talent and all offerings provided to brand partners
  • Research categories and brand-specific activities, presenting briefs, strategic insights and relevant considerations that will impact sales activity
  • Stay on top of the latest trends to think outside the box on new programs and offerings that deliver value to brands and revenue for Cirque
  • Deliver consistent, premium results and ensure consistency across all departmental materials and messaging
  • A willingness and desire to present and sell-through custom programs and ideas, both internally to sales and leadership, and externally to clients of all levels.
Qualifications
  • Minimum 5 years in integrated marketing or brand management in an agency setting
  • Excellent verbal, creative/copy writing and presentation development expertise
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and able to balance multiple priorities
  • Strategic, creative thinker with the ability to translate partner needs into "sellable" ideas that generate revenue
  • Must be a self-starter and a strong problem solver
  • Strong capabilities across Apple and Microsoft applications (Keynote, PPT, Excel, Word)
Compensation
  • The salary range for this position is $80,000 $110,000 USD/year.
  • This range is location-specific and compensation in other geographies may vary. Actual compensation within the pay range will be decided upon elements related, but not limited to: skills, prior relevant experience, and specific work location.

To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.

Here Is An Overview
  • A collaborative work environment with an in-office presence of four days per week, designed to support teamwork, learning and delivery: with flexibility in how we organize our work.
  • Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use
  • A culture focused on the development of fair practices and unifying events
  • Professional growth focused on high quality projects to propel your career
  • A group insurance program, RRSPs and other benefits that we will be happy to present to you
  • Personalized support adapted to your professional ambitions: training program, regular check-ins, inter-team contribution.

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.



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