Cruise Director

We are recruiting a CRUISE DIRECTOR for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line 

The candidate is required to have onboard Cruise Director experience

Directs all the entertainment and associated entertainment activities throughout the vessel by performing the duties described below either personally or through subordinate supervisors. Needs to be a strong business owner in running the entertainment department.

Hiring Requirements:

• Two to five years progressive managerial experience in professional entertainment (theatre, music, dance, comedy, etc.) function with resorts, cruise lines, entertainment or recreational industries preferred.
• Extensive master of ceremonies experience. Special talent skills such as singing, dancing, ballroom dancing, juggling or sports related background preferred however a majority of this job is focused on being a strong business owner.
• Ability to capture and manage the attention of a large group of people with microphone effective and courteous microphone techniques.
• Ability to manage the financial aspects of an entertainment operation, including the successful identification of expense reduction through cost efficiencies and revenue growth through promotional and up-selling activities.
• Ability to manage headcount within area as it relates to and supports the business needs of the vessel.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal service including needs assessment techniques, quality service standards, alternative delivery systems, and customer satisfaction evaluation techniques.
• Knowledge of policies and practices involved in the human resources function.
• Ability to manage the international staff in a positive and productive manner by motivating, developing and managing employees as they work.
• Ability to utilize and administer the disciplinary action process through coaching and counseling to improve performance or terminate employment.
• Working knowledge of computers, Internet access, and the ability to navigate within a variety software packages such as Excel, Word, and Adobe Page Maker or related programs.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, communications or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred.