Shipwide Show Director (Fixed Term)

1 Month ago • 10 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Shipwide Show Director will direct existing shipwide entertainment offerings (theatrical, sketch comedy, improvisational/immersive), partnering with Disney Cruise Line artistic, creative, and production teams. Responsibilities include teaching and directing staging, choreography, and Disney Character development to performers; directing actors and singers in live performance; participating in creative project stages (idea generation, script development, casting); leading rehearsals; fostering a culture of relevancy and belonging; working with the Production Manager on cast issues; casting and assigning Disney Characters and actors; collaborating with various Disney professionals; maintaining Disney creative standards; giving performance feedback; and traveling for maintenance cruises and crossovers. The role requires expertise in directing musical theater, sketch comedy, and interactive experiences.
Must have:
  • 10+ years professional experience in live theatrical entertainment
  • 5 years leadership experience in a fast-paced entertainment environment
  • 3 years experience as a Theatrical Director (preferably for Disney)
  • Expertise in musical theater, sketch comedy, and interactive experiences
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
Good to have:
  • Fluency in Spanish

Job Details

Job Summary:

Disney Cruise Line (DCL), a division of The Walt Disney Company, operates a six-ship fleet of premium class cruise liners and is the industry leader in family vacations at sea. DCL Entertainment (Toronto) is a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company Canada and serves as the rehearsal headquarters for DCL’s award-winning theatrical productions. Within a state-of-the-art entertainment rehearsal facility, DCL’s production teams pride themselves on creating memorable family entertainment that is both enchanting and magical – delighting the young and young at heart with legendary Disney storytelling.

Based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada and reporting to the Shipwide Resident Director, the Shipwide Show Director will direct existing “Shipwide” entertainment offerings (theatrical, sketch comedy, improvisational/immersive), partnering with Disney Cruise Line artistic, creative and production teams in the ongoing remounts of DCL “Shipwide” entertainment product.

Status: Fixed Term Contract

Responsibilities:

  • Teaches and directs existing staging/motivation, choreography and Disney Character development to both Character and Mainstage performers involved in Disney Cruise Line Shipwide productions – including but not limited to theatrical dining, adult and family offerings, deck parties, theme nights, premium offerings, character programs and other Disney specific entertainment events and activities
  • Directs actors and singers in various styles of LIVE performance, with a significant focus on sketch comedy, Improvisation, Interactive and Immersive theatrical experiences. 
  • May be asked to participate in various stages within a creative project including but not limited to, idea generation, development of treatments, pitch presentations, scripts and casting
  • Leads rehearsals and ensures the sustainability and excellence of performances
  • Contribute to fostering Disney Cruise Line’s culture of relevancy and belonging
  • Works in partnership with the Production Manager on all cast related issues – both creative and operational
  • Responsible for the casting, assigning, and tracking of Disney Characters and Disney principle actors and understudies for Shipwide entertainment offerings.
  • Collaborates and partners with a range of Disney professionals to include:
    • WDI Creative Directors
    • DCL & WDE Show Directors
    • Production Manager
    • Vocal Directors
    • WDE Talent Casting
    • Choreographers
    • Senior Technical
    • Stage Manager
    • Character Manager
    • WDE Puppet Specialist
  • Overall responsibility for maintaining Disney creative standards, including but not limited to show quality, character integrity, and Disney standards of safety
  • Gives notes and performance feedback to performers
  • Travel for maintenance cruises and crossovers depending on rehearsal schedule in Toronto and/or operational need onboard
  • Collaborate with the DCL Toronto team in the ongoing management and future planning of all DCL rehearsals

Qualifications:

  • At least 10 years professional experience (or equivalent in education and experience) in LIVE theatrical entertainment – must include acting, vocal, and choreographic performance and direction
  • 5 years leadership and supervisory experience in a fast-paced entertainment environment such as the Walt Disney Company (or similar)
  • Must have at least 3 years experience as a Theatrical Director, preferably for The Walt Disney Company, or a similar Children’s or Family Theatre entertainment entity
  • Accomplished and credited directorial expertise of large and small-scale musical theater performance, sketch comedy, interactive/immersive experiences, and technical theater/stage craft
  • Excels at motivating and inspiring theatrical professionals, serving as a mentor to future creative and artistic leaders
  • Committed to leading and working within a diverse and inclusive workspace
  • Demonstrated ability to interface with all levels of management
  • Good understanding of Disney character brand usage and how it interfaces with the Disney Cruise Line repertory theatre operation
  • Clear understanding of DCL’s Mainstage and Character recruiting and casting processes
  • Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Fluency in Spanish is an asset
  • Computer proficiency – Excel, Word, Outlook and Keynote
  • Willing and able to travel to the U.S. and internationally
  • Agreeable to all maritime sailing and seafarer guidelines, requirements and regulations, including sailing onboard the DCL ships statused as “crew" and assigned to the crew manifest.
  • Able to work with a flexible and fluid rehearsal schedule including weekends and long days during busy periods. 

Required Education:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Post-Secondary education in entertainment performance, instruction & management – or equivalent in professional experience is strongly preferred

Our Company proudly provides equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants.  We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities.  Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in any aspect of the selection process.

Similar Jobs

Triple dot studios - Product Artist

Triple dot studios

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (Hybrid)
3 Weeks ago
UPF Industries  - Night Shift Treater

UPF Industries

Windsor, Colorado, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
UPF Industries  - Quality Control

UPF Industries

White Pigeon, Michigan, United States (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Rocket - Data Engineer

Rocket

San Jose, California, United States (Remote)
5 Days ago
Forescout - Senior DevOps Engineer

Forescout

Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands (On-Site)
2 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Skill Jobs

Inworld AI - Staff Backend Engineer

Inworld AI

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (On-Site)
1 Month ago
UPF Industries  - Welder-Machinist

UPF Industries

Lacolle, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Nexters - QA Lead

Nexters

Cyprus (Remote)
1 Month ago
UPF Industries  - Assembler I

UPF Industries

Union City, Georgia, United States (On-Site)
5 Days ago
Riot Games - Technical Artist - League of Legends, Seasons (Contract)

Riot Games

Singapore (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Biofire DX - Software Project Manager

Biofire DX

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Triple dot studios - Senior Creative Producer

Triple dot studios

Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland (Hybrid)
1 Week ago
UPF Industries  - Assembler

UPF Industries

Conway, South Carolina, United States (On-Site)
4 Weeks ago
Boomi  - Principal Software Engineer - DevSecOps

Boomi

India (On-Site)
1 Week ago
Omnissa - Staff Engineer (Data Science)

Omnissa

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (Hybrid)
6 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Jobs in Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Epic Games - Senior Technical Producer

Epic Games

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-Site)
2 Months ago
Blazesoft - .Net Developer

Blazesoft

Vaughan, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Behaviour Interactive - Indie Publishing Social Media Coordinator - Internship

Behaviour Interactive

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (Hybrid)
2 Weeks ago
Black Bery - QNX Senior Functional Safety Manager

Black Bery

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
6 Days ago
Unity - Senior Product Manager, Data

Unity

Canada (Remote)
2 Weeks ago
WildBrain - Head of Lighting, CG

WildBrain

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Scanline VFX - Senior Manager, VFX Production Finance

Scanline VFX

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)
3 Months ago
Track vfx - Vancouver | Matchmove | Supervisor

Track vfx

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (On-Site)
8 Months ago
Evolution  - Game Presenter - French Speaking - Customer Service

Evolution

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada (On_site)
4 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Category Jobs

Looks like we're out of matches

Set up an alert and we'll send you similar jobs the moment they appear!

About The Company

From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!

New York, New York, United States (On-Site)

New York, New York, United States (On-Site)

Burbank, California, United States (On-Site)

Celebration, Florida, United States (On-Site)

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina (On-Site)

Seattle, Washington, United States (On-Site)

Santa Monica, California, United States (On-Site)

Glendale, California, United States (On-Site)

Anaheim, California, United States (On-Site)

View All Jobs

Get notified when new jobs are added by The Walt Disney Company

Level Up Your Career in Game Development!

Transform Your Passion into Profession with Our Comprehensive Courses for Aspiring Game Developers.

Job Common Plug