Overview:
2026 Touring Water Parade
Join the Splash Water Parade Touring Team!
The Splash Water Parade is a groundbreaking touring production that combines singers, dancers, breathtaking water effects, cutting-edge technology, and dazzling performances. We?re looking for talented individuals with diverse technical, operational, and creative expertise to bring this spectacular parade to life on one of our 2 multi-city tours.
- All roles are seasonal positions
- Work is based on a 6 day work week
- Days are expected to vary between 8 and 10 hours per day
- Travel and housing are covered completely by the company. Hotel rooms based on double occupancy. Meal expenses are not covered.
- Rates are flat pay and there is no separate Per Diem
BLUE TOUR 2026
? Six Flags over Georgia (Austell, GA) = Late May ? Mid June
? Carowinds (Charlotte, NC) = Late June ? Mid July
? Dorney Park (Allentown, PA) = Early August ? Late August
o Most seasonals begin May 12 and run through 8/28
GREEN TOUR 2026
? Kings Dominion (Doswell, VA) = Late June ? Mid August
o Most seasonals begin June 16 and run through August 14th.
Responsibilities:
Tour Manager (1 Per Tour)
Responsibilities:
? Reports to the Tour Director
? Oversee all artistic and technical aspects of the Splash Water Parade Show during its run at each park.
? Ensure the successful execution of each performance, including managing rehearsals, run-throughs, and actual shows.
? Coordinate with performers, technical crews, and park personnel to ensure a smooth production schedule.
? Work directly with choreographers, musicians, and designers to maintain the artistic vision of the show.
? Conduct and supervise rehearsals before each performance and provide direction to performers on-site.
?Manage the cast and crew's performance, ensuring they adhere to the schedule, safety standards, and performance quality both on-stage and behind the scenes.
? Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to the performance (technical, artistic, or logistical) in real-time.
? Coordinate Corporate teams, the Tour Director and each park and the Tour Director to book and manage travel and transportation for cast and crew.
? Confirm hotel accommodations for all involved personnel for the duration of the tour, ensuring proximity to the venue and comfort for the team.
? Coordinate transportation of equipment, sets, costumes, and other essential items between parks.
? Manage the schedule of arrivals and departures for performers, technicians, and other staff.
? Create and manage a detailed rehearsal schedule for the duration of the tour, ensuring that rehearsals are scheduled in advance and that all performers and crew members are prepared.
? Ensure all necessary equipment and facilities are available for rehearsals.
? Provide weekly rehearsal reports to senior producers and ensure any adjustments to the schedule are communicated promptly.
? Serve as the primary point of contact with each park's local management to ensure that park policies, safety guidelines, and operational protocols are adhered to.
? Liaise between the production team and park staff regarding show load-in, technical rehearsals, performance requirements, and post-show operations.
? Oversee and manage the daily performance schedule for the tour, including coordinating performance times and rehearsals.
? Ensure performers arrive on time, with sufficient time to prepare and warm-up before each show.
? Ensure the show maintains its artistic integrity and quality throughout the tour.
? Responsible for any unforeseen re-blocks in the absence of performance cast.
? Provide daily updates on the show?s progress to senior management.
? Report on the status of logistics, crew, and performers regularly.
? Document any incidents, issues, or challenges that arise during rehearsals or performances and propose solutions.
? Maintain open lines of communication with all team members, ensuring all personnel are informed of changes to schedules, venues, or logistics.
? Ensure adherence to the park's health and safety regulations, including those related to water effects and performance space.
? Organize and oversee safety meetings and briefings for all crew members before each performance.
? Oversee the breakdown and transport of equipment after each show, ensuring all items are accounted for and safely stored.
? Ensure all park assets (costumes, props, equipment) are returned to the proper location in an orderly and safe manner.
? Complete post-show reports, including feedback from the park, staff, and performers, and submit them to the production team.
? Prepare and maintain all necessary documentation related to the tour, including travel, performance logs, schedules, and rehearsal records.
? Adjust the schedule if needed due to weather delays or other unforeseen circumstances.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements:
? Valid U.S. driver?s license and clean driving record
? Willingness to drive a parade float when necessary
? 5-10 years of experience in entertainment leadership, either on tours or in theme park environments
? Proven leadership experience managing diverse performance and technical teams in high-pressure environments.
? Strong understanding of float operations, show control, and water-based effects.
? Familiarity with safety and compliance standards for live entertainment and touring shows
? Ability to understand and interpret various contractual labor agreements.
? Strong verbal and written communications skills
? Strong experience with windows-based computers and office products such as outlook, teams, word, excel and power point.
Desired Requirements:
? Experience working on theme park parades or large-scale outdoor performances.
? Proficiency in coordinating with various stakeholders, including creative directors, performers, and technical teams.
? Extensive travel experience within the US (air, ground and hotel).
? Familiarity with logistics of multi-location tours, including travel logistics asset transportation and setup.