Entertainment Specialist (Creative Productions), Part-Time, Seaworld San Diego

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

As an Entertainment Specialist (Creative Production) you'll enthusiastically represent SeaWorld by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job. Produce all SeaWorld Shows, Consumer Events, and One-Off Events on budget and on time.

• Budget Tracking/ Reconciling. Manages Capital and Expense budgets for assigned product as well as Expense reports for credit card purchases. Execute pre and post show duties as outlined in the daily schedule.
• Defines SOW, sources vendors, project bids, requisition PO's
• Responsible for overall creative including, script writing, show/event direction, auditions/ casting, cue sheets, script management, choreography, DNA steward, overall design (Scenic, Sign, Costume, Music, Media etc.)
• Responsible for all long-term production timelines and daily rehearsal and operation plans
• Creates and communicate Install and Strike plan working closely with service teams
• Contract Management including:Talent, Design, and Service
• Responsible for park and department communication. Creates agendas and moderates weekly park wide consumer event meetings
• Work closely with groups sales for single day Marketing. Create onsite and offsite media presentations. Produce Talent within event.
• Work closely with PR to produce Media Events, Social content, Radio Remotes, within Install and run of Production. Organizes Talent and Services to fit needs of media
• SeaWorld Production Spokesperson
• Ensures Event/ Show quality throughout run, with park walks, regular check-ins with operations and by watching guest satisfaction and Production ratings
• Writes and communicates weekly coordinator schedule to match event, show, individual request needs. Inputs schedule for Production Team and coordinators into TMM
• SME onboarding, orientation, communication with contractors
• Supports Celebrating the SeaWorld Style audit program and park grooming guidelines
• Copywriter, proofing Website and PR tip sheets
• Responsible for attraction overlays (Manta) and retheming projects (JTA) as needed
• Responsible for in park voiceovers for all park Production and Ride needs. Can also serve as VO talent
• Models company trainings related to guest interactions and animal areas
• Occasionally may assist other locations and areas throughout the park as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

• 4 year degree in Productions/Event related field preferred
• Previous experience in Production preferred
• Leadership Experience Preferred
• Strong organizational skills
• Customer Service experience preferred
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Possess a proficient knowledge of the use of computers and professional programs including Microsoft office and excel.

What else is important:

• Able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 30 lbs.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
• Maintains a friendly, respectful attitude with coworkers and guests. Able to adapt to multiple communication styles and personalities.
• Able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
• Openly accepts performance critique and feedback and adapts accordingly.
• Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
• Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
• Ability to maintain a SeaWorld driver's license and operate a company vehicle preferred
• Valid California driver's license preferred. Visiting students and military must have valid driver's license from state of residency and able to provide a copy of the DMV report.

Compensation: 22.75 USD Hourly

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.