Audio- Visual Operator - Light

At Celebrity Cruises, we believe that great vacations begin with great employees!  As a leader in the cruise line industry, Celebrity is continuously expanding and seeking dynamic, energetic, experienced professionals to join our team.  With our innovative, award-winning fleet of ships visiting five continents, each offering adventurous ways to explore the globe, this is a great opportunity to let your career set sail.  

We are currently searching for Audio- Visual Operators - Light to join our team.

This position sets, strikes, operates, or otherwise works with relative Audio-Visual (A/V) or Stage equipment as instructed by the corporate office and the Audio-Visual Manager in accordance with the specific disciplines assigned. The Audio-Visual Technician is responsible for the use/operation, movement, and storage of all audio-visual equipment for performances by entertainers. In addition to other requirements, potential candidates must have at least one year of experience in an audio-visual function in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship, entertainment or recreational industry (shipboard experience preferred) along with other requirements.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 

• Moves, sets, operates, strikes, and stores all audio-visual equipment, such as lighting, sound, scenery, props, etc., throughout the ship on a day-to-day basis.
• Acts as audio-visual troubleshooter to help solve any equipment or stage problems as delegated by the A/V Manager.
• Designs or implements the design of lighting, sound, and stage effects for Featured Entertainers as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of one year of experience in an audio-visual function in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship, entertainment or recreational industry (shipboard experience preferred).
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Completion of high school or basic education equivalency required.
• Coursework in theater technical management at an accredited college or university or the international equivalent, or equivalent technical experience, preferred.
• Basic computer software skills required.
• Ability to speak English clearly, distinctly and cordially with guests.
• All international applicants must have the ability to obtain C1/D1 visa  (and other relevant visas) when applicable
• Must meet all physical requirements, including the ability to participate in emergency life-saving drills and required training.