Circuit of The Americas · 9 hours ago
Supervisor, Talent & Creative
Del Valle,TX,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCircuit of The Americas (COTA) is a premier entertainment destination hosting world-class events. The Supervisor, Talent & Creative is responsible for the development and maintenance of live entertainment offerings, including casting, rehearsals, and show quality, while supporting the growth of the Entertainment Department.
Event ManagementEventsHospitalityMotorsports
Responsibilities
Support the creative development and execution of new live entertainment offerings, including stage shows, specialty acts, and seasonal productions
Direct music production and voice over recording sessions
Assist with concept development, show structure and creative documentation
Partner with entertainment leadership to coordinate rehearsals, creative reviews, staging needs, and show launch timelines
Contribute to the continued growth of COTALAND characters, storytelling, and guest-facing entertainment moments
Plan and execute auditions for performers, singers, dancers, character performers, specialty talent, and seasonal entertainment roles
Coordinate casting needs for new productions, replacements, and seasonal expansions
Maintain an organized casting pipeline and talent database for future hiring needs
Partner with HR and Entertainment leadership to support performance expectations, and talent compliance requirements
Provide performer support and communication throughout the audition, casting, rehearsal, and scheduling process
Maintain and refresh choreography and staging for existing productions to ensure long-term consistency, safety, and show quality
Lead choreography clean-ups, brush-up rehearsals, remounts, and refresh rehearsals as needed
Support the documentation of choreography, blocking, spacing, and creative intent for long-term sustainability
Collaborate with performers and stage management to reinforce performance notes and elevate show polish
Identify creative adjustments needed due to cast changes, seasonal overlays, operational constraints, or venue updates
Conduct ongoing performance observations to ensure entertainment offerings remain aligned with show direction, brand tone, and creative standards
Provide constructive feedback and coaching to cast members in a positive, respectful, and motivating manner
Support the development of show notes, rehearsal schedules, and creative updates for entertainment teams
Ensure entertainment performances remain guest-focused, energetic, and consistent with the intended emotional experience
Contribute as a proactive leader and stakeholder in the growth of the Entertainment Department, supporting a positive culture of collaboration, accountability, and creative excellence
Assist in developing scalable processes for auditions, casting, rehearsal operations, talent tracking, and show sustainment
Support internal team communication, cross-training, and mentorship opportunities that strengthen department performance
Provide input and support for long-term entertainment planning, seasonal expansion strategies, and ongoing creative refresh initiatives
Represent Entertainment with professionalism and solutions-driven leadership in cross-department discussions and planning meetings
Coordinate with Entertainment Operations, Costuming, Technical, Scenic, and Park Operations teams to support show readiness and execution
Communicate creative requirements for costumes, props, staging, audio needs, and space usage
Support run-throughs, rehearsals, and operational integrations during events and park activations
Assist in identifying and resolving issues impacting show quality, safety, and guest experience
Maintain creative assets including scripts, rehearsal notes, casting records, choreography documentation, and show bibles
Support production calendars, rehearsal staffing needs, and scheduling coordination
Track show changes, replacement needs, and training updates to ensure continuity across entertainment offerings
Ensure confidentiality and professionalism when handling casting decisions, performance feedback, and internal creative materials
Perform other duties to support the Entertainment Department as assigned by the Vice President of Entertainment
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in live entertainment production, casting, talent management, or show development (theme park, cruise, theatrical, or events environment preferred)
Strong working knowledge of auditions, casting processes, rehearsal leadership, and performer coaching
Experience maintaining choreography, blocking, and show direction for repeat performances and rotating casts
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and motivate performers
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple productions, deadlines, and talent needs simultaneously
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, guest-facing environment with shifting priorities
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and peak seasonal periods as required
Ability to stand, walk, and work on-site for extended periods in indoor and outdoor environments
Ability to safely participate in rehearsals and staging environments, including stairs, platforms, and backstage conditions
Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision
Work in extreme environments outdoors throughout the year
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud during events
Preferred
Background in choreography, dance direction, performance direction, or rehearsal staging
Theme Park entertainment or large-scale seasonal event experience
Familiarity with character performance and family-friendly entertainment standards
Experience building talent pipelines and maintaining audition/casting systems
Basic understanding of entertainment technical operations (audio cues, mic practices, staging, etc.)
Have a working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Music/Audio editing programs
Company
Circuit of The Americas
Circuit of The Americas operates as a motorsports and entertainment venue.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$193.58M2016-03-22Debt Financing· $81M
2014-09-24Debt Financing· $90M
2014-09-11Series Unknown· $22.58M
Leadership Team
Anna Panossian
Major Events Finance Officer
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