Tour Manager (Seasonal)

Overview: 2026 Touring Water ParadeJoin 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 DiemBLUE 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 8/28GREEN 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.