On-Call Human Performance Specialist

• Montréal, QC
• International Head Quarters
• Human Performance Service

• April 11, 2024

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Human performance specialist

Human Performance Service

On-Call Position

We have a place for individuals with a distinct penchant for ensuring the smooth operation of our shows and events, for conceiving remarkable products, for putting their ingenuity at the service of their team, and for contributing to the enhancement of their expertise and the development of exceptional practices. Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group relies on an ever more creative and collaborative approach to work in order to constantly push back the limits of the imagination!

 

Put your expertise in the spotlight

As a Human Performance Specialist, you will be responsible for human performance services related to training in acrobatic performance, fitness program content, integration of various performance services, safety and risk management associated with human performance (acrobatic content, use of equipment, longer and parer).  You will be called upon to contribute actively to planning the content of specific training programs and long-term talent development (NexGen). 

 

Main responsibilities:

- Oversee the management and application of training programs;

- Carry out medium- and long-term analysis of training needs and opportunities for current shows and new creations, in collaboration with Casting;

- Communicate and implement strategies recommended by senior management;

- Coach artists to foster their development of professionalism and autonomy, and thus prepare them for the challenges they will face when they join shows on tour;

Related responsibilities:

- May be called upon to integrate new touring coaches on a show;

- Travel outside the company, as needed, for periods of up to 10 weeks in support of management services and mandate;

- Use human performance software tools independently (coachmeplus, Dartfish, etc.);

- Determine acro-artistic technical needs related to a specific training request in collaboration with show teams;

 

You possess the following professional and technical skills:

- Eight to ten years' experience in a similar position; experience with Cirque du Soleil;

- Fluency in spoken and written French and English

- Ability to work along and parry;

- In-depth knowledge of the Office 365 suite;

- Excellent communication skills.

Create with us

Our employer proposition stands out. Here's an overview:

- An inclusive work environment based on team experience;

- Access to an individual office on the days you come to the Montreal Studio, a stimulating environment that will allow you to put all your creativity to good use;

- Professional growth focused on high-quality projects to propel your career, as well as personalized support tailored to your professional ambitions;

- Group insurance, retirement savings and other benefits that we'll be happy to introduce to you;

- A culture focused on the development of equitable practices and rallying events.

 

As a proud ambassador of equality in employment, Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group is committed to eliminating discrimination based on age, skin color, origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation and neurodiversity. Neutral and inclusive language is now preferred for job postings.

 

Throughout the recruitment process, accommodation is provided for candidates who require it.

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