Job Description

Entertainment Staff are responsible for supporting and carrying out all production technical elements required to run the on-board live music program, Celebrity Activities, Production Theme Events, themed parties, game shows, group events, and more. In addition to the duties related to alternative entertainment venues, the Entertainment Staff are required to assist the Entertainment Operators in the main theater with follow spot operation, assist backstage during cast production shows, and stage resets as required by the Stage & Production Manager / Technical Entertainment Director and/or the Head Entertainment Operator.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operation, and tear down of all AV equipment.
• Support and carry out all production technical elements for live music programs and events.
• Assist Entertainment Operators in the main theater with follow spot operation.
• Assist backstage during cast production shows.
• Perform stage resets as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theater (focus in theater technology) from an accredited university or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in technical entertainment or theatrical settings, including audio, lighting, stagehand, or backstage work experience is required.

Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of sound systems set up, operation, and troubleshooting is required.
• Basic lighting knowledge, equipment, fixture focusing, recalling cues, et cetera.
• Working knowledge of computers (Windows and Mac) and connecting to external devices such as projectors and TV screens, and relevant troubleshooting.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and cooperatively in a diverse team environment to meet overall established time frames.
• Ability to communicate tactfully with coworkers and other shipboard employees to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to sudden changes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in a cruise ship environment is a plus.
• Additional technical certifications related to AV equipment.

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