Blue Man Group looks for CD

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Location: New York

Title: Creative Director, Research & Development

Status: Full-time/Regular



Blue Man Productions, best known for Blue Man Group, is looking for a seasoned Creative Director of Research & Development to conceive and design concepts in all creative areas, including: sets & scenery; props; instruments; gadgets; special effects; graphics and other cool,inspiring new stuff. The Creative Director will be able to solve creative problems through innovation and creativity. Reporting to the Senior GM/Production, he or she will oversee and direct the work of the creative teams: Associate Creative Directors; R&D members; outside Creative Contractors & Consultants. He or she will ensure that as new projects are developed, their progress is continuously communicated to the CCO & Creative Directors, and that creative feedback is effectively communicated and applied to the projects teams.



Responsibilities:

* Ensure that Blue Man Group values and artistic vision are understood and supported across the organization.
* Understand, articulate and build upon the evolving Blue Man visual aesthetic
* Partner with the CCO and Creative Directors to conceive, articulate, iterate & execute creative concepts in all areas: sets and scenery; props; instruments; gadgets; special effects; graphics, etc.
* Provide leadership for research and development; produce and communicate design ideas.
* Oversee and/or assist with the execution of design and research ideas as directed by the Senior GM/Production.



Requirements:

* Minimum 7+ years leadership experience in creative, collaborative environments required.
* Minimum 5+ years experience in fields of special effects, production design, special events or magic industry strongly preferred.
* Proven track record of leadership in large scale design and concept execution.
* Fluency in production and communication of design ideas, including: development of models; sourcing materials and fabrications; producing drawings and models.
* Excellent communication skills.



To be considered, please submit your resume and web links of your work with the title "Creative Director of R&D" in the subject line to hr@blueman.com

Please do not mail any materials to us at this time.