In an experience like never before, Dubai Parks and Resorts hosts MOTIONGATE™ Dubai – a destination that brings visitors in direct contact with their favorite characters and stories. We invite everyone to play a role, and as a member of the MOTIONGATE™ Dubai team, you will enjoy all the fun that comes with an exciting career. You’ll be working with a crew of amazingly talented and inspiring people in a job that’s so immersive that it doesn’t feel like work. Come and work with an exciting team where we all play a vital role in the story – whether you choose a role serving delicious food, maintaining equipment, performing in costume or operating the ride. Whatever career you choose, it will help tell compelling and lasting stories and create memories for our guests that will last a lifetime.
Play your part
An exciting career opportunity for young and talented events and entertainment coordinators. We will work collaboratively regardless of job titles or duties to deliver world-class entertainment. The Events and Entertainment Coordinator provides assistance and support to the Production Management Team and Stage Management Team in coordinating talent, technical, and start-up/close procedures. You are required to create and maintain documentation for schedules, routes, and production books. You will support the day-to-day operations of rehearsals/shows and events, and interaction with the cast/crew/front line crew and guests. The event coordinator will also handle the coordination, planning, and on-site execution of events, birthdays, and team buildings across the park.
• The monthly gross salary will range between 3800 – 4400 dirhams (including accommodation, transportation and any other utility allowances
• Job location Motiongate Dubai / Dubai Parks and Resorts / DXB Entertainments (Next to Jebel Ali – not in the Free Zone)
Main duties:
• Performs duties of opening and/or closing the venue or area, including logging in/out and crew, and monitoring start/stop procedures. Monitor all training, performance and backstage areas to demonstrate quality, safety, and compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates production plans and directs the activities of the performers and stage crew during rehearsals and performances.
• Support the supervisor on event documentation including status report and FYI for the night
• Monitors performances on stage/back stage/greenrooms to display quality, safety and compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Communication of relevant information between/within departments
• Act as the first point of contact to handle guest situations in a positive and professional manner.
• The ability to keep information confidential.
• Implement and maintain the policies, procedures and processes of the respective function/department and ensure existing ones are reviewed and updated as part of Continuous Process Improvement.
• Maintaining relevant electronic systems to achieve efficiency and effectiveness of existing operations.
• Communicate with internal and external DPR clients in a courteous and professional manner.
• Act as the primary contact for entertainment venues and performers during performances and events while relaying information to resolve any issues that arise.
• Monitor event logistics to ensure that all entertainment items comply with the rules and regulations set forth by the Motiongate Entertainment division.
• Plan and provide on-site support for assigned events.
• Must be able to adapt to the ever changing work environment.
• Any other duties that the management team may reasonably request.
• Liaise with the mice sales team regarding bookings for events and birthdays.
• Any other duties that the management team may reasonably request.
are you a star
To be eligible for this role, you must possess the following criteria:
Basis:
• A high school diploma or its equivalent.
• At least 1 – 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Microsoft Outlook.
• Advanced English language skills – written and spoken.
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly, solve problems and implement solutions.
desirable:
• Bachelor’s degree in Events Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related.
• At least 3 years experience in amusement parks and/or professional theatre
• The ability to navigate well on both PC and Mac computers
• Available to work overtime as per schedule and work on weekends.
• You may be required to travel outside of the site office.
The best part of the story:
We offer competitive salaries and benefits that include; Housing allowance, annual flight allowance, comprehensive medical coverage, life insurance, accident insurance and other generous allowances.
We also care about your career development backed by learning opportunities for those seeking a long-term future in the company.
Dubai Parks and Resorts offers new horizons in experiential entertainment through an inspiring concept that brings the best of East and West in the entertainment industry. Designed and developed by Meraas Holding, Dubai Parks and Resorts expresses Dubai’s leadership vision of positioning the emirate as a compelling global tourism destination.
The first phase of Dubai Parks and Resorts will include three theme parks: Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai and Legoland Dubai. The project will also include Riverland – a large entrance plaza and Lapita, a family-themed hotel. The first phase is scheduled to be completed in 2016. Ground work on the site began in February 2014