Tour Manager (Seasonal)

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.

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.

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.