Principal Show Technical Production Manager (Project Hire / Internal Assignment)
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Glendale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Principal Show Technical Production Manager
(Project Hire / Internal Assignment) Req ID: 10137929 Job
Description: About the Role & Team: Walt Disney Imagineering is the
master planning, creative development, design, engineering,
production, project management, and research and development arm of
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products business segment.
Representing more than 150 disciplines, its talented corps of
Imagineers are responsible for the creation of Disney resorts,
theme parks and attractions, hotels, water parks, real estate
developments, regional entertainment venues, cruise ships and new
media technology projects worldwide which includes other Disney
Intellectual Property such as Marvel, Pixar and Lucasfilm.
Innovation is at the center of everything we do at Walt Disney
Imagineering, and nothing reflects that more than our work
environment. We celebrate collaborative thinking and promote
cross-disciplinary partnerships to champion a culture of diversity
and creativity. Are you ready to join this team and make an impact?
The Show Technical Production Manager, Principal (here after STPM)
is a key member of the overall Show Project Leadership team.
Typically, they will join a Project following Blue-Sky and will
stay with that Project through Close-Out. Their primary
responsibilities are for Technical Design oversight of show systems
(including, Show Mechanical, Special Effects, Show Control, Show
Lighting, AV, Rigging, Show Sets, Interactives [physical and
electronic], Show Programming, and Guest Digital Experiences).
Their specific oversight includes, however, is not limited to;
systems integration, media integration, compliance, coordination
with our facility and ride design teams, schedule and budget
oversight, hazard analysis, design assurance, maintainability,
installation oversight, safety and testing plans, turnover to
Operations, and final closeout documentation. The individual will
be required to provide oversight and management to a diverse cross
functional team including company employees, consultants, and
vendors. This role reports to the Executive Show Technical
Production Manager. This is a Project Hire position without any
guarantee of permanent placement. What You Will Do: Proven
understanding of Theme Park Attractions. Practical knowledge of
integrated show systems, including Audio/Visual, Show Control, Show
Mechanical, Lighting, Special Effects, and Scenery. Knowledge of
Theatrical Rigging. Ability to represent and coordinate technical
disciplines throughout design, fabrication, and integration phases.
Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, and structural
engineering principles. Demonstrated experience leading engineering
and technical teams, as well as managing vendors and consultants.
Strong project scheduling, sequencing, and time management skills.
Familiarity with Disney estimating and accounting practices,
including ROI Total, Cost of Ownership, and First Cost vs.
Recurring Cost. Proven success managing Technical Production
Managers, fostering career development and maintaining departmental
standards of practice. Ability to lead cross-functional
collaboration and decision-making across divisions (e.g.,
Creative/SOP, EDE/SOP, Ride/SOP). 12 years or more experience in
either entertainment or applicable industries. Ability to travel
both domestically and internationally. Preferred Qualifications and
Skills: Engineering License preferred. International experience
preferred. Required Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor of Science
preferred, or equivalent Bachelor of Arts Minimum of 12 years
equivalent experience related to entertainment. Additional
Information: Benefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to
help you live your best life. This includes health and savings
benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only
Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. The hiring range for this
position in [location] is $139,200 to $186,600 per year. The base
pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and
also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region,
job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of
the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical,
financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and
position offered. Job Posting Segment: WDI Creative Development Job
Posting Primary Business: Show Mgmt & Operations (WDI) Primary Job
Posting Category: Show Systems Engineering Employment Type: Full
time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Glendale, CA, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted:
2025-12-03
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