Associate Project Manager (Seasonal)
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 fields and talents from technical directors, writers and lighting designers to choreographers, cosmetologists, and music producers brings magical worlds to life through technical expertise, performance excellence, incomparable ingenuity, unparalleled spectacle
and a dash of pixie dust.
The Associate Project Manager is responsible for development and completion of Operating Documentation and related projects for multiple Live Entertainment offerings. Projects may include stage shows, technical shows, fireworks/spectaculars, parades, "atmosphere" entertainment, Disney Character experiences, and backstage and support operations. The Associate Project Manager is accountable to the Program Manager for project execution and completion of deliverables.
You will report to a Program Manager.
What You Will Do
Identify scope, milestones, business requirements, timelines, and budget for each assigned project.
Primary responsible party for execution of each project's timeline and results.
Assure consistent interface among Subject Matter Experts, Content Providers, Partners and Clients.
Proficiently lead cross-functional meetings and facilitate content-gathering and review meetings for multiple topics.
Proactively handle changes in project scope, identify challenges and devise contingency plans.
Prepare and present project plans, updates and executive summaries.
Maintain strong working relationships and regular communication with Partners, Stakeholders and Clients.
Required Qualifications & Skills
A self-starter who takes initiative and completes work with minimal direction
Ability to proactively manage changes in project scopes, identify challenges and devise contingency plans
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient writing and note-taking skills
Proficiency in gathering, examining, and coordinating project content
Skilled in leading cross-functional meetings or teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Word
Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
Three to five years in a leadership role in Entertainment-related fields
Proficiency in Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and SmartSheet
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree or Bachelors Degree in entertainment field or equivalent experience
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The Associate Project Manager is responsible for development and completion of Operating Documentation and related projects for multiple Live Entertainment offerings. Projects may include stage shows, technical shows, fireworks/spectaculars, parades, "atmosphere" entertainment, Disney Character experiences, and backstage and support operations. The Associate Project Manager is accountable to the Program Manager for project execution and completion of deliverables.
You will report to a Program Manager.
What You Will Do
Identify scope, milestones, business requirements, timelines, and budget for each assigned project.
Primary responsible party for execution of each project's timeline and results.
Assure consistent interface among Subject Matter Experts, Content Providers, Partners and Clients.
Proficiently lead cross-functional meetings and facilitate content-gathering and review meetings for multiple topics.
Proactively handle changes in project scope, identify challenges and devise contingency plans.
Prepare and present project plans, updates and executive summaries.
Maintain strong working relationships and regular communication with Partners, Stakeholders and Clients.
Required Qualifications & Skills
A self-starter who takes initiative and completes work with minimal direction
Ability to proactively manage changes in project scopes, identify challenges and devise contingency plans
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proficient writing and note-taking skills
Proficiency in gathering, examining, and coordinating project content
Skilled in leading cross-functional meetings or teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Word
Ability to be flexible with work schedule, including weekends and holidays
Preferred Qualifications
Three to five years in a leadership role in Entertainment-related fields
Proficiency in Microsoft Powerpoint, Excel, and SmartSheet
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree or Bachelors Degree in entertainment field or equivalent experience
#DLEJobs
Apply Now