Events and Production Director

The Events and Production Director is responsible for design, development and execution of new projects as well as creation and delivery of new and existing events across Miral's properties; is responsible for planning and executing production of new shows and developments, seasonal and special functions; and provision of support across daily entertainment offerings as needed.

The Events and Production Director works with the team as an active participant in achieving artistic goals, ensuring consistent quality, sharing knowledge with the team, leading and supporting production and execution of shows/events while maintaining a positive attitude in the workplace, guaranteeing high standards in the delivery of all offerings and preserving production and execution values across the parks.

• Responsible for managing design and the development of new shows and projects across the different properties.
• Works with Entertainment teams and interdepartmental partners as an active participant, guaranteeing a high level of performance and production values for entertainment offerings.
• Provides management and operational coverage at entertainment events and at shows/venues as requested.
• Leads and executes entertainment special events to include marquee and seasonal celebrations, corporate functions, and other events promoted by the company.
• Supports production and events rehearsals as needed.

• Works hand in hand with Marketing to ensure strategic, tactical and core activations align with business objectives and KPI targets Assembles project/event production books and documentation for both working use and historical archival.
• Oversees installation, execution and de-rig of shows/events, to include hands on work as required.
• Takes part in coaching and counselling matters and provides guidance and mentorship to Entertainment colleagues to assist in developing bench strength and succession plans.
• Liaise with vendors and suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of services and products. Conduct site visits with vendors to ensure compliance with event requirements.

• Develops show and event production management systems and distributes reports.
• Maintains a shared portfolio of vendors and suppliers in conjunction with the parks and Entertainment Projects Manager
• Works with the teams to create and update entertainment asset inventories.
• Manages and maintains entertainment owned event assets in each required facility ensuring tidiness of areas such as warehouse, green rooms and other back of house Entertainment earmarked spaces.
• Ensures Entertainment storage areas are maintained, kept clean and organized and assets are properly labeled and accounted for in inventory levels.
• Creates installation and de-rig and event run schedules as requested and maintains schedules, updating them and stakeholders when changes take place.
• Compile periodic rate competitiveness and comparisons.
• Offer input into event improvements: effectiveness and efficiencies.
• Design and develop event decks, including timelines, floor plans, run sheets and other essential documents.
• Write detailed Scope of Works (SOW) for vendors and suppliers, outlining specific responsibilities, deliverables and timelines.

• Financial responsibilities including project budget creation, procurement and purchasing, tracking and reporting observed company policies and delegation of authority.
• Identify and merge potential risk associated with event production, including health and safety concerns, financial risks and operational changes. Develop and implement strategies to address these risks effectively.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments by reviewing and verifying the RAMS submitted by vendors to ensure compliance with Miral standards and regulations. This includes evaluating the effectiveness of identified controls and mitigation to facilitate the Permit to Work (PTW) approval process.

• Bachelor’s Degree in any technical Theatre discipline or arts or related fields
• Minimum of 10 years in theme park, entertainment, events and/or large-scale productions
• Working knowledge of industry safety standards and codes; industry trends and vendors
• Ability to read CAD plans and related construction/design documents
• Leadership skills; computer skills; proficiency in English
• Ability to call events and shows; report creating and distribution; schedules creation and execution; development of show/events manuals
• 12 years of experience in the entertainment and theme park industry
• 5 years recent experience working client-side in the events industry
• Stage management experience; lighting, sound and projection programming; winch operation; rigging; video editing; music knowledge; project management