Manager, Business Administration (Entertainment)

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Requirements and Competencies

Must have at least 5 years of experience in a project management/finance related environment

Must have experience/knowledge in show production

Working knowledge of the disciplines involved in Entertainment-based events and productions to include: production, design, technical and administrative elements

Must have the ability to manage high level budgets and timelines for productions

Demonstrated ability for strong decision-making and negotiation skills

Ability to coordinate and manage creative talent

Must have strong organization and time-management skills and be able to reinforce those skills among ambassadors/direct reports

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite and SAP

Demonstrated success in leading people in a fast-paced, complex environment

Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, to include public speaking and ability to readily adjust for audience

Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive projects and issues

Must have a High School diploma or equivalent

Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds

Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time in extreme weather conditions

Must be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Theater, Management or other related/relevant field preferred

Production and/or Special Event experience is preferred

Possession of a valid state driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor a multi-million dollar annual operating budget

Oversee and manage the department’s financial process

Lead and coach administrative staff

Assist with creating project scopes and timelines, facilitate bid meetings, provide job status updates and cost elements to internal and external partners

Approve service invoices and serve as point-of-contact for accounts payable and outside vendors

Serve as liaison with Producers, Production Managers and legal team in the development of contracts

Oversee music/film licensing and payments

Compile project books as reference source for Entertainment department

Develop and maintain department contracts for shows, events and creative development

Assist with creating department orientation, maintain training needs and oversee ambassador scheduling

Manage ambassador related documentation

Assist with building the annual labor and operating budgets

Assist with managing forecasting of monthly proposed expenditures and track actuals

Work with leadership on strategic and long-range planning

Work with Management staff on strategic and long-range planning

Perform other duties as assigned