Audio Systems Designer (Internal Assignment/Project Hire)

Through innovative storytelling and a culture of collaboration, Disney Live Entertainment creates, produces, and delivers remarkable and engaging entertainment experiences! From the intimate to the spectacular, our work can be seen at Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships, and other locations the world over. This diverse team – representing a wide variety of disciplines and talents from technical directors, writers, and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers – brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance perfection, outstanding resourcefulness, unparalleled spectacle… and a dash of pixie dust!

You will be responsible for developing and executing all aspects related to the creation of new live show audio designs, as well as remounts of existing seasonal shows and creative sustainment of current shows for Disney Cruise Line Entertainment.

You will report to the Manager - Audio Systems Design This is a 1-year assignment with no guarantee of placement. 

What You Will Do:

• Developing and driving audio designs for live shows and facility infrastructure as assigned.
• Audio support for Disney Cruise Lines Toronto rehearsal facility as the need arises.
• Stay current with audio technology research and development efforts within industry.
• Partner with consultant audio designers and vendors to ensure Disney quality, compatibility, training and accurate documentation of all audio services delivered.
• Function as a resource to maintain the accurate training of shipboard technicians.
• Conduct ongoing “Entertainment Show Quality” evaluations of existing offerings and provide support to maintain their original show intent.
• Maintain up-to-date show documentation.
• Partners with shipboard Manager of Entertainment Technical and shipboard entertainment technical teams with regards to past, present and future show installations.
• Follows set policies and procedures as well as all maritime and ship rules, regulations and procedures.
• Partner with shoreside Entertainment Technical Leadership, Disney Cruise Line Safety partners and the Standards and Sustainment team to ensure Safety Management Systems and Operating Guideline documentation is up to date and in accordance with current safety and regulatory practices.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years' operating live shows in the Entertainment Industry
• Knowledge of all aspects of audio design, styles (theatrical, industrial, concerts, etc.), technology and facility systems
• Experience supporting the creative process by collaborating with other designers, directors, writers, and producers
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays and travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience live show development with The Walt Disney Company
• Experience with facility design, engineering, and construction
• Proficiency in current release of AutoCAD, Q-Sys Designer, SMAART, and speaker prediction software.

Required Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, in Theatrical Design or Electronics with focus on live sound reinforcement

Benefits and Perks

Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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