Sr. Director managing the Genius retail and small business platform across international markets. Balancing regional requirements with scalable, consistent core product.
About the role
- Quality Director ensuring high standards of performance and overseeing show quality at Cirque du Soleil. Collaborating across departments for artist development and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Senior Director — Show Quality to define and implement governance frameworks and performance standards for all shows worldwide.
- Ensure consistent application of quality principles related to artistic performance, coaching, costumes, and performance medicine.
- Align the department strategy with organizational objectives and overall creative direction.
- Define, own and be accountable for the budget, schedule and execution of show refreshes.
- Act as the guardian of quality during refreshes, show evolutions and creative development.
- Centralize all requests coming from shows to the Concept Repository, challenge Artistic Direction (AD) decisions and act as the primary approver.
- Manage resources assigned to show refreshes and evolutions.
- Prepare and present impact analyses and business cases related to refreshes.
- Following a decision to evolve a show, plan and execute the necessary steps.
- Oversee the work of designers.
- Supervise operations related to artists passing through IHQ for training and development, including planning, resource management and program delivery.
- Lead the planning and coordination of training capacities in collaboration with key departments (Coaching, Performance Medicine, Casting, etc.).
- Ensure optimal use of internal facilities and staff to support artist development and show readiness.
- Manage and develop a multidisciplinary team dedicated to show quality: mentor, coach and support team members to encourage growth and excellence.
- Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Manage the department budget, including forecasting, tracking and financial reporting of expenditures.
- Ensure efficient allocation of human and material resources across projects and priorities.
- Monitor performance against budget and adjust resource allocation as needed.
- Work closely with the Performance Medicine, Coaching, Casting and Show Management departments to coordinate workforce planning and project assignments.
- Act as the liaison between IHQ and show teams to ensure alignment on standards, expectations and support needs.
Requirements
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of leadership experience in live entertainment, theatre, circus arts or a related field.
- Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams in dynamic, high-performance environments.
- Strong expertise in budget management, resource planning and operational execution.
- Demonstrated ability to lead with both artistic sensitivity and strong business acumen.
- Recognized skills in organization, communication and problem-solving.
- High adaptability, resilience and ability to manage ambiguity in a creative environment.
- Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written) required.
Benefits
- An inclusive working approach based on team experience;
- Access to a private desk on days you come to the Montréal Studio, a stimulating environment where you can fully apply your creativity;
- Professional growth focused on high-quality projects to accelerate your career, with personalized support tailored to your professional ambitions;
- A benefits program including collective insurance, retirement savings and other perks that we will be pleased to present to you;
- A culture focused on developing equitable practices and community-building events.
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