Supervisor, Creative Services
Company: Knott's Berry Farm
Location: Buena Park
Posted on: January 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview: Supervises and leads the department’s Associates
through phases such as design, development, manufacturing,
maintaining and repairing the park’s permanent decorations, as well
as seasonal event decor. Specific functional responsibilities
include assembling and maintaining FX electronics and programing
for seasonal events The Supervisor is responsible for coordinating
installations of seasonal events as well as visual displays for
merchandise windows. Additional duties include Associate
scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and implementing best
practices to enhance operational performance and Guest
satisfaction. This position emphasizes Team leadership and the
ability to operate as team. Salary Details: $68,640 / yr - $80,000
/ yr Responsibilities: Lead the manufacturing, installation and
strike of seasonal, special and promotional event decor and
merchandise window displays. Lead vendors as needed for visual
lighting decor or display and assign projects and duties to
Associates according to need and ability. Install special effect
electronics and program the special effects to function properly.
Lead full time, part time, and seasonal staff to ensure event decor
and merchandise display are completed within the scheduled time
frame and budgeted amounts, while upholding a quality standard.
Provide the Manager with feedback on Associate performance and
potential. Support other departments with decor assistance, such as
Production, Catering, and Hotel, and request necessary assistance
from those departments. Lead inventory management efforts, control
and storage of decor and display elements. Lead, train and develop
key Associates through meaningful goals and accountabilities, as
well as daily direction and guidance. Train Associates to expand
their skill-sets. Provide opportunities for Associates throughout
the organization to make contributions beyond the scope of their
primary positions. Assist in accurately tracking the departmental
budget and responsibilities. Must have a good understanding of
modern business practices and procedures, business letter writing
and elements of correct English usage, grammar, spelling,
vocabulary, punctuation and mathematics. Advanced knowledge of
Microsoft Word and Excel is desired. Excellent organizational
skills and the ability to maintain effective working relationships
with others. Coordinates the procurement and scheduled use of
resources, including labor, equipment and materials to ensure
maximum use and completion of work within budget, safety guidelines
and quality standards. Orders materials and supplies in accordance
with established company budgets and guidelines. Qualifications:
Associate's degree / vocational or technical school degree,
emphasis in Theatrical Design, Visual Design, Art, or related field
preferred. At least 6-8 years of related work experience preferred.
At least 3-5 years of prior supervisory/management experience
required. Demonstrated visual creative expertise. Specific
knowledge of use of basic hand tools, paint techniques, graphics
and floral design. Knowledge of various adobe or equivalent design
programs. Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays based
on business needs.
Keywords: Knott's Berry Farm, Palm Springs , Supervisor, Creative Services, Manufacturing , Buena Park, California
