Entertainment Coordinator

Job Title:           Entertainment Coordinator

Department:    Entertainment

Reports To:      Director of Entertainment

Overview/ Position Purpose

Primarily oversees daily operation of Village Entertainment. Coordinators may focus on one or more of the following Entertainment areas: venues, shows, personalizations and character program.

Duties and Responsbilities:

• Create and/or maintain the show or event for which they are accountable and support all other Entertainment shows
• Ensure communication channels between Entertainment and all Village departments are open and clear
• Assist with the care and maintenance of Village costumed characters
• Maintain all Entertainment venues, storage areas and office organized as "show ready"
• Required use of Village transportation including company vehicles and golf carts
• Ensure proper inventory supply levels for Entertainment venues and shows are maintained
• Act as liaison between scheduled outside performers and the Village when necessary
• Create "Magical Memories" and assist with individual Wish Personalizations
• Train all volunteers for Entertainment shows and venues
• Operate and train all volunteers to run attractions
• Complete volunteer orientation for all show and events
• Remove litter and debris from around venues and Avenue
• Maintain safety at all times while scheduled
• Adherence to attendance standards
• Additional duties as assigned

Physical Demands Beyond Normal Office Environment:

• Regularly required to walk, stand, bend, crouch, balance, and use hands/arms to lift/move objects
• Ability to work outside for extended periods of time in varied weather conditions
• Shift requirements; ability to work evenings and weekends, holidays, extended hours both on and off property
• Ability to lift and transfer 50 lbs.

Competencies and Specific Skills:

• Ability to problem solve
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible
• Must be comfortable in front of large crowds and on a microphone
• Must have basic technical know-how and ability to learn Audio/Visual set up and operation
• Must utilize time management to the fullest
• Must be able to handle multiple volunteers in any given shift
• Must have good communication skills to work with outside entertainment, staff, volunteers and Wish Families
• Must be able to read, write and speak English (Spanish a plus)
• Computer skills to include- Outlook, Excel, Word and Access
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle, including battery-operated golf carts
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Education/ Experience Required:

• High School Diploma
• 1-2 years Entertainment or Event experience
• Hospitality experience preferred

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