Principal Show Technical Production Manager (Project Hire / Internal Assignment)

Job Summary:

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

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.