Artistic Director - ALIZÉ

Artistic Director

Artistic Support

Permanent position

We were born from an eclectic troop of performers. Come live the experience of being yourself every day to create the extraordinary.

OUR MISSION

Since 1984, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group has been focusing on ever more creative and magical work in order to constantly push the limits of the imagination and surprise spectators! Innovation and creativity are at the heart of our shows and will continue to transcend our upcoming productions around the world.

Today, we have a place for those who have a marked taste for thinking up exceptional products, for ensuring the smooth running of operations, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, in addition to contributing to enhancing their expertise and develop practices unique to Cirque du Soleil!

So, don't wait any longer and join the Cirque adventure! You will meet ambitious people and passionate about the world of entertainment!

YOUR MISSION

Reporting functionally to the Senior Artistic Director and operationally to the show’s Company Manager, the Artistic Director at Cirque du Soleil personifies the artistic essence of our resident shows, ensuring their continuous quality, integrity of artistic concept and high-level performance.

1. Manage the daily general, artistic and acrobatic operations of the performers and the artistic team (Coaches, Performance Medicine, General Stage Manager and their staff);
2. Ensure that the show meets and maintains the high-quality standards in terms of artistic and acrobatic performance as well as staging, choreography, cues, musical score, costumes, make-up, lighting and sound design;
3. At the request of the Senior Artistic Director assigned to the show, implement and follow up on the artistic, acrobatic and technical adjustments and modifications to various components of the show;
4. Make recommendations to the Senior Artistic Director of your show for any artistic and acrobatic changes or adjustments needed for the maintenance of the show and its performers;
5. Organize the integration of new performers and new acts into the show, as well as performers returning to duty after medical rehabilitation;
6. Communicate with all performers to ensure they are up to date on the specifics of their role and cues, and provide artistic notes to ensure continuous high-quality artistic performances;
7. Plan and prepare with the artistic team the performance evaluations for artists.
8. Maintain a good working environment with peers and performers while ensuring a proper professional relationship;
9. In collaboration with the artistic team, oversee the trainings and rehearsals of all performers, in addition to collaborating with the Company Manager regarding the artistic budget for the department;
10. Remain accessible for emergencies.

YOUR UNIQUE EXPERTISE

1. College diploma in drama, dance, acrobatics, or a related artistic or production field OR relevant work experience;
2. A minimum of ten years’ experience in a similar role, in liveshow entertainment for large-scale productions with automation & aerial cues;
3. Past on-stage experience as a performer, preferred;
4. Experience in dance or choreography, a strong asset;
5. Demonstrated leadership experience of performers and artistic disciplines, including related administrative processes;
6. Excellent observational and communication skills (verbal and written);
7. Multicultural experience, an asset;
8. Knowledge of Microsoft applications in a Windows environment;
9. Fluent in English written and spoken; knowledge of German is an asset;
10. Available to relocate to Berlin and work full time in Germany;

To keep pace with the creation, production and distribution of our products, our employer proposal is unique.

HERE IS AN OVERVIEW

1. A variety of events used to enhance your experience. We are known for our great sense of coming together.
2. A lot of challenges to boost your career.
3. A group insurance program.

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible and inclusive workplace. Proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origins, religion, sex, sexual orientation and any other characteristic. Neutral and inclusive writing is now preferred for all new job postings.