VP Entertainment
Knott's Berry Farm

 - Guides, directs and participates in the development of new shows, special events and entertainment; which could include: writing, casting, direction, choreography, music development, design, technical direction & rights negotiations for

    Knott's and Cedar Fair Corporate Entertainment

- Leads Senior Entertainment management in ensuring the hourly performers, technicians, designers, and production teams, as well as contracted talent’s performance integrity is managed and achieves the highest standards of show quality through coaching and quality       supervision.

 - Develops entertainment product scope and financial needs in order to create budgetary plan. Participates in capital projects planning with other park leaders.  Guides labor and expenses spending by working alongside departmental leaders and teams in       coordinating/adjusting staffing and expenses within or under budgeted plan.

- Provides vision and creative guidance and direction for the multiple facets of the design, production, and technical teams.

- Develops the division's teams by ensuring that goals and accountabilities are being met and by providing guidance, direction and collaboration. Plays a key role in the development and execution of staff recognition and appreciation. Promotes team forward growth in areas of     professionalism and showmanship through the creation and instilling of department core values. . Effectively evaluates staff and initiates corrective action to resolve performance issues.

- Acts as the primary communication and information resource between Department team members and Corporate and Park leadership. Also communicates to staff, other divisions, GM, and Corp VP of Cedar Fair Entertainment the planning and strategies of short and      long-term show product and events

- Adheres to and enforces all Cedar Fair and specific park polices and procedures, including safety, attendance and EEO policies, and demonstrates commitment to creating memorable guest experiences.

- Collaborates with GM and other park departments to create new opportunities (Festivals, special events, merchandise items, marketing ideas, park attractions) that will not only generate untapped revenue, but will create unique, brand specific, guest experiences.

- Stays aware of industry trends and technologies and envisions new ways they might be incorporated into department, park and company product.

** VP of Entertainment will: Provide general management, creative leadership, professional protocol, and fiscal competencies for the Entertainment Division and ensure that Knott's and Cedar Fair policies, rules of conduct, service standards, safety standards and core 

values are being met. Keeps work groups operating efficiently and sees that communication between all appropriate parties is timely and accurate. Also ensures proper training and documentation is current and accurate.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Responsible for directing leaders with functional area responsibilities and to undertake the following employment actions: hiring, termination, corrective action and performance reviews.

Written and Oral Communication: 

Frequently communicates complex information and interacts with management. Can put together and present business plans & pitch concepts. May train and monitor others' performances.  Can present, resolve conflicts and address delicates situations. Can motivate and persuade others.

Knowledge: 

In-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures with ability to use in varied situations.

Collaboration/Service Orientation: 

Has frequent contact with others of workgroup, both inside and outside the company. Results have major implication on the management and operations of an area within a department.

Decision Making: 

Decisions have significant, broad implications for the management and operations of a major department or multiple departments. Job contributes to decisions on the overall strategy and direction of the company.

Problem Solving: 

Problems are broad, complex and abstract, often involving company-wide issues. Must develop solutions using substancial creativity, resourcefulness, innovation, negotiation and diplomacy.

Fiscal Responsibility: Has full responsibility for planning, monitoring and managing budgets for multiple departments or single location.

Physical/Environmental Demands: 

 Yes, specific physical and / or environmental demands are an essential part of the job.