Character Appearances Coordinator
Lucasfilm
San Francisco, CAThis was removed by the employer on 7/11/2019 9:49:00 AM PST
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Job Summary:
Do you enjoy planning fun events for eager and excited attendees? Do you like a mix of structure and variety in your day? The Lucasfilm Character Appearances Coordinator role provides an interesting combination of event planning and execution responsibilities. Reporting to the Sr Events Manager, the Character Appearances Coordinator will support the Events team in casting Star Wars costumed characters for special events, including costume analysis and upkeep, hiring paperwork, and onsite management at events.
We are seeking a motivated, highly organized and detail-driven individual to help cast and coordinate costumed characters. If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place!
Responsibilities:
Detail-oriented, Self-starter, and Excellent Communicator are key words for the Character Appearances Coordinator. On any given day, you might:
• Coordinate costume selection and character casting for Lucasfilm, Disney, Licensee and Lucasfilm Partner events.
• Plan, produce, and execute all levels of character appearances.
• Coordinate the contract and hiring process for Lucasfilm costumed character appearances. Track approval processes and other documentation.
• Assist with maintenance and inventory of character appearance costumes.
• Attend character appearances and other events as needed, and coordinate events onsite in cooperation with wider teams and partners.
• Manage Lucasfilm's sports marketing program, liaising with major and minor league teams to create Star Wars themed events.
• Support the Events team with administrative duties.
• Support on a variety of cross-functional projects outside the character appearance role in direct support of events such as Star Wars Celebration and San Diego Comic-Con.
Basic Qualifications:
Here are the skills and experience you need to be successful in this role:
• Strong email communication skills in a professional environment.
• Experience in event planning and coordination, with a focus on costuming, live performances, and live events strongly preferred.
• Expertise in actor/performer management in live production, especially live character appearances, television, and/or photo shoots preferred.
• Valid passport required. Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally during weekdays and weekends.
• Fluency in Google Docs and Microsoft Office software required.
• Experience with Zendesk and other customer management software preferred.
• Experience with travel, hotel, and itinerary coordination.
• Ability to prioritize multiple, changing projects in a dynamic, sometimes high-pressure environment.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work style.
• Self-starter, willing to proactively contribute to event-related tasks immediately
• Ability to work calmly and professionally with a variety of personalities, including Lucasfilm and Disney teams, production companies, performers, and members of the Star Wars fan community.
• Knowledge of Star Wars and the Star Wars fan community preferred.
• Knowledge of Star Wars costumes and characters highly preferred, but not required. Other detail-oriented experience in costume and character management also appreciated.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
About Lucasfilm:
Lucasfilm is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company's activities include visual effects, audio post-production and cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR WARS and INDIANA JONES franchises. Lucasfilm Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Lucasfilm.
Lucasfilm Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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