Lead Special Effects Technician – Michael Jackson ONE

Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group(1 month ago)

Las Vegas, NVOnsiteFull TimeSenior$105,931 - $142,219 (estimated)Special Effects

About this role

The Lead Special Effects Technician at Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group oversees the Special Effects department for a Las Vegas production, supporting the Technical Director, Department Manager, and Head of Department. This role is responsible for leading a team to ensure safe and reliable operation, installation, and maintenance of complex special effects systems. The position sits within a highly creative, collaborative circus-theatre environment that values diversity, authenticity, and open communication. The technician also contributes to special projects and supports the ongoing artistic and technical needs of the show.

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Required Skills

Team Leadership
Special Effects
Equipment Maintenance
Show Operations
Budget Management
Scheduling Coordination
Troubleshooting Diagnostics
Lighting Systems
Electronics Knowledge
Laser Systems

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Qualifications

Nevada Pyro License
Nevada Laser License
OSHA 30
High School Diploma
GED

About Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group

cirquedusoleil.com

Cirque du Soleil is a Montreal-based entertainment company and the world’s largest contemporary circus producer, creating theatrical, acrobatic live shows and touring productions since 1984. It stages resident productions and touring shows worldwide—particularly in Las Vegas—blending acrobatics, choreography, original music, costume and set design to deliver immersive theatrical experiences. The company sells tickets and schedules online and operates related live-entertainment brands while producing original creative content for global audiences. Known for inventive storytelling and spectacle, Cirque presents shows in multiple languages and formats to audiences around the world.