Head Coach - ALIZÉ

at  Cirque du Soleil

HEAD COACH - ALIZÉ

Acrobatic Coaching
Full-Time Position
We are looking for our next Head Coach to lead our show’s Coaching team. As the Head Coach, reporting Operationally and Functionally to the Human Performance Manager, you will ensure the safety of our Artists and manage the risk associated with human performance (e.g. skill acquisition and decision-making, acrobatic content, use of equipment, movement techniques, longing, spotting…). You will oversee the team of Coaches in the performance of their duties, while overseeing the cast of the show regarding Acro-Artistic performance. You will ensure the quality of daily training, plan performance improvement, and maintain the quality of acrobatic performances in all acts and tableaux. Our coaches demonstrate the following traits; Humility, Curiosity and an Insatiable Appetite for Learning.

• Degree in physical activity sciences or a combination of studies and experience offering both a theoretical and practical structure for the study of physical activity, sports, movement and circus arts;
• At least six years of experience in group management (Athletes and/or Coaches) and training planning (long-term development); knowledge and/or experience in circus arts/disciplines an asset;
• Previous experience working in a live entertainment or other similar environment;
• Ability to influence and challenge others in a productive manner;
• Ability to work independently with strong organizational and planning skills;
• Communication and management skills in a context of diversity;
• Capacity to establish and maintain close relationships;
• Ability to deal with uncertainty and ambiguity;
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job including, but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, standing, lifting, sometimes for extended amounts of time; lifting at least 50lbs unassisted, etc.; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions;
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken; knowledge of other languages, especially German, is an asset;
• Verification of the right to work in Germany for Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group.
  As you can imagine, working with a circus can be quite different from other organizations, and at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, we embrace these differences loudly with enthusiasm. We realize that one size fits none and invite you to come create your own specialized experience with us to see exactly what we’re talking about, firsthand.
  Our emotion-provoking shows are just the tip of the iceberg: laced throughout our organization, you will find creative minds who are empowered to use their voices and be themselves, their truest selves. Diversity to us means various perspectives, fresh ideas and continuous improvement of the way we do things. We won’t pretend like we have every answer, that’s why we need you! The employees here are the center of what we do, the voices behind the final product and amazing performances on stage.