Stage Props and Puppets Technician
Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.
We are currently recruiting for the position of Stage Props and Puppets Technician for Disney Cruise Line.
Responsibilities:
- Provide required props and puppets maintenance for Walt Disney Theatre and shipwide
shows.
- Responsible for scenic paint touch ups
- Assist with performer orientation and puppet harness fittings
- Preventative maintenance and routine repair of appropriate Walt Disney Theatre equipment
- Collect, receive and load CO2 product
- Set/strike and perform required show tracks for all Walt Disney Theatre shows
- Perform emergency abbreviated shows based on weather conditions, safety requirements,
rehearsals and other altered technical requirements
- Be an important contributor to the Walt Disney Theater Team with responsibilities for load in
and load outs, Cast changeovers, new show installations, equipment tests, vendor support,
movie premiers and company events
Required Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum three years experience, preferably in a prop or scenic workshop environment
- Experience in a theatrical environment with knowledge of technical theatre terminology and
functions
- Experience with various paints, adhesive products and materials including polystyrene,
metal, wood, fiber glass, plaster of paris, foams and silicone rubber
- Can work at heights, with heavy equipment and in an environment with second-hand smoke,
haze, fog, dry ice, and other special effects
- Training in puppetry or prop making including scene painting and basic carpentry, preferred
- Trade school or diploma, preferred
Additional Information:
This is a shipboard role
You must:
- Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel
- Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan
- Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control
- If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulations
Your Responsibilities:
- Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this)
- Complete a pre-employment medical
- Obtain a criminal background check
- Bring approved work shoes
Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
About Disney Cruise Line:
A leader in the cruise industry, Disney Cruise Line provides a setting where families can reconnect, adults can recharge and children can experience all the magic that Disney has to offer. Guests can sail out of ports around the world on exciting itineraries to the Caribbean, Bahamas, Alaska and Europe, among others. Aboard the fleet of six ships – the Disney Magic, Disney Wonder, Disney Dream, Disney Fantasy, Disney Wish and Disney Treasure – and Disney’s private paradises in the Bahamas - Castaway Cay and Lookout Cay, crew members provide guests with unparalleled service, enchanting storytelling and immersive family entertainment that only Disney can deliver.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
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