Job Posting Title:

Show Technical Production Mgr Sr (PH)

Req ID:

10143158

Job Description:

About the Role & Team:

Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products business segment. Representing more than 150 disciplines, its talented corps of Imagineers are responsible for the creation of Disney resorts, theme parks and attractions, hotels, water parks, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, cruise ships and new media technology projects worldwide which includes other Disney Intellectual Property such as Marvel, Pixar and Lucasfilm.

Innovation is at the center of everything we do at Walt Disney Imagineering, and nothing reflects that more than our work environment. We celebrate collaborative thinking and promote cross-disciplinary partnerships to champion a culture of diversity and creativity. Are you ready to join this team and make an impact?

The Show Technical Production Manager, Senior (here after STPM) is a key member of the overall Show Project Leadership team. Typically, they will join a Project following Blue-Sky and will stay with that Project through Close-Out.

Their primary responsibilities are for Technical Design oversight of show systems (including, Show Mechanical, Special Effects, Show Control, Show Lighting, AV, Rigging, Show Sets, Interactives physical and electronic, Show Programming, and Guest Digital Experiences). Their specific oversight includes, however, is not limited to; systems integration, media integration, compliance, coordination with our facility and ride design teams, schedule and budget oversight, hazard analysis, design assurance, maintainability, installation oversight, safety and testing plans, turnover to Operations, and final closeout documentation.

The individual will be required to provide oversight and management to a diverse cross functional team including company employees, consultants, and vendors.

This role reports to the Executive Show Technical Production Manager and Principal Show Technical Production Managers.

This is a Project Hire position without any guarantee of permanent placement.

What You Will Do:

• Proven understanding of Theme Park Attractions. Practical knowledge of integrated show systems, including Audio/Visual, Show Control, Show Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, and Scenery.

• Knowledge of Theatrical Rigging.

• Ability to represent and coordinate technical disciplines throughout design, fabrication, and integration phases.

• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering principles.

• Demonstrated experience leading design and technical teams, as well as managing vendors and consultants including engineers.

• Strong project scheduling, sequencing, and time management skills.

• Familiarity with Building Codes and integrating/installing Show within Facilities

• Familiarity with Disney estimating and accounting practices, including ROI Total, Cost of Ownership, and First Cost vs. Recurring Cost.

• Proven success managing Technical Production Managers or Theatrical Technical Directors, fostering career development and maintaining departmental standards of practice.

• Ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and decision-making across divisions (e.g., Creative/SOP, EDE/SOP, Ride/SOP).

• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• 7 years theme park, theatrical experience, or applicable industries.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor of Science or equivalent Bachelor of Arts preferred.

• United States Driver's License

The hiring range for this position in Lake Buena Vista, FLorida is $107,300 to $174,300 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

WDI Creative Development:

Job Posting Primary Business:

Show Mgmt & Operations (WDI)

Primary Job Posting Category:

Show Systems Engineering:

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-04-20