Technical Director Principal

Job Summary: 
Disney Live Entertainment (DLE) is a world leader in creating and producing live entertainment experiences that bring joy and magic to audiences around the globe. Our team of talented professionals is dedicated to delivering unforgettable moments through innovative and immersive productions.
The Principal Technical Director will lead and oversee the technical direction of Disney Live Entertainment projects, primarily across the Asia region. This role requires a highly skilled, strategic and experienced individual who can manage complex sustainable long life technical projects, collaborate with creative teams, and ensure the highest standards of quality, reliability and safety across complex, integrated facilities and experiences. This role will be based in Hong Kong and support complex projects across sites and events in the Asia region.
Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead the technical direction for DLE experiences, including shows, parades, spectaculars, theatrical performance, and special events. 
•    Provide leadership oversight and strategic guidance for DLE projects through a project’s lifecycle: blue-sky; concept development; feasibility (develop and validate scope, schedule, and budget); design development; production (bid package, bid process, vendor selection, construction/fabrication, and factory acceptance testing); technical delivery (installation, programming, test & adjust, site acceptance testing, commissioning, training, rehearsal, and turnover); comprehensive final documentation and sustainment criteria.
•    Collaborate with creative teams to develop and implement technical solutions that support the artistic vision, enhancing them according to technical progress; while integrating regulatory, safety, reliability, maintenance, and operational challenges.
•    Oversee the design, installation, and maintenance strategies of complex technical systems, including stage machinery, show control, OT & IT network, lighting, sound, video, and special effects.
•    Manage technical budgets, schedules, resources, experts, and vendors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. 
•    Ensure compliance with safety regulations across jurisdictions, company standards and Design Assurance / Hazard Assessment processes.
•    Provide technical expertise and support to production teams during rehearsals and performances and ensure a smooth final completion handover to the operational and maintenance teams.
•    Mentor and develop regional technical staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
•    Stay current with industry trends and advancements in technology to ensure Disney Live Entertainment remains at the forefront of innovation.
•    Participate in the development of company standards.
Qualifications:
•    Bachelor's degree in Technical Theatre, Engineering, or a related field.
•    Minimum of 10 years of experience in technical direction for live entertainment productions.
•    Strong and demonstrated leadership and technical project management skills.
•    Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
•    In-depth knowledge of complex technical systems and equipment used in live entertainment.
•    Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
•    Commitment to safety and quality.
Preferred Qualifications:
•    Experience working in a theme park or large-scale entertainment environment.
•    Experience with  architectural scenography design, engineering and construction.
•    Advanced certifications in technical theatre, circus, industrial engineering, hazard analysis or related disciplines.