Location: Saunders Farm (on-site; reliable transportation required)
Employment Type: Seasonal Contract (hours of work will vary based on operational needs: full time during festivals and events, part time between festivals)
Part-time: July, August, November
Full-time: September, October & December
Pay Rate: $27.00/hour
Come join our creative team at Saunders Farm. We cultivate amazing fun, food, and memories and we’re on a mission to become the most amazing family farm in the world.
Behind every unforgettable guest experience is a talented team of performers who bring our seasonal events to life. We're looking for a Performance Manager to lead, support, and inspire our Actors, Scream Masters (Haunted Attraction Leaders) and Front of House while ensuring exceptional performance quality across our seasonal productions.
The Performance Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of performer coordination, casting, scheduling, training, and live performance management for Saunders Farm's seasonal events.
Working closely with the Production Manager and Production team, this role provides leadership to performers from recruitment through post-season evaluations. The Performance Manager ensures performance standards are maintained, supports rehearsal and training programs, coordinates schedules, and serves as the primary liaison between performers, production staff, and technical teams during live operations.
This role is ideal for an organized and energetic leader who thrives in a fast-paced entertainment environment and enjoys coaching performers while creating exceptional guest experiences.
Previous experience in theatre, live entertainment, production coordination, stage management, or a related leadership role.
Experience supervising or coaching performers is considered an asset.
Experience with scheduling, administration, or event coordination is preferred.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Confident decision-maker who remains calm under pressure.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to performance quality.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Team-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Coordinate performer recruitment, auditions, and casting in partnership with the recruitment team.
Organize audition schedules, facilitate auditions, and communicate results, role assignments, and training information.
Support casting decisions for Haunt Actors, Scream Masters, Front of House, Street Theatre, and Christmas performers.
Develop and manage rehearsal and performance schedules in collaboration with Scream Masters.
Coordinate performer communications, schedule updates, and on-call coverage for open shifts.
Maintain performer records and provide administrative support for production operations.
Coordinate and facilitate performer training programs, rehearsals, and onboarding.
Coach, mentor, and provide ongoing performance feedback to maintain high-quality guest experiences.
Complete performance evaluations and support continuous performer development.
Provide on-site leadership during seasonal operations and act as the primary liaison between performers, Production, Technical, and Farm teams.
Collaborate with Costume, Makeup, and Technical teams to ensure attractions operate safely and performers are presentation-ready.
Monitor performance quality, address operational issues, and step into performance roles when required.
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Foster a safe, positive, and professional environment by ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
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Support leadership in delivering exceptional guest experiences while assisting with evolving operational and production needs.
Saunders Farm is committed to accommodating people with disabilities as part of our hiring process. If you have special requirements, please advise during the recruitment process.
Please note that Saunders Farm is located in a rural area and is not on a public transit route. Candidates must have access to reliable personal transportation to and from the site.
