Entertainment Technical Manager
- Reference:
- ET01
- Recruiter:
- RWS Global
- Category:
- Entertainment Jobs
- Position:
- Stage Manager
- Updated:
- October 14, 2022
ENTERTAINMENT TECHNICAL MANAGER
We are recruiting Entertainment Technical Managers to join our team at sea onboard Marella Cruises’ fleet of ships.
about the role
As the Entertainment Technical Manager you will be managing the on-board technical team and overseeing the delivery and technical needs of the entertainment product in all venues across the ship. You will work with the latest entertainment technology and share your experience and knowledge with other team members in order provide the highest technical standards across the vessel. We are looking for candidates with strong leadership skills who can identify oppertunities to support and develop team members as well as being the point of contact for all entertainment technical queries onboard.
Working closely with the senior management and all departments you will help ted to deliver high quality West End-style production shows in the 'Broadway Show Lounge', exciting events on the open decks as well as nightly gameshows in the 'Squid & Anchor' lounge. You will support the entire Entertainment Technical Team and manage the scheduling for the day-to-day operation across the ship.
skills and experience
For this role you must have a strong technical management background, preferably on board cruise ships. You must have experience in operating sound, lighting, AV and stage equipment as well as strong leadship skills.
You will be highly organised and efficient in creating & managing busy schedules as well as thinking fast and problem solving on the spot. Working closely with the Cruise Director, Assistant Cruise Director and Hotel Director you will ensure the entertainment product onboard enchances the overall passenger experience.
You also need to be competent in enforcing H&S procedures, and assisting with the overall technical operation of theatre production shows. Experience in leading a team and training junior technicains is essential.
contract information
The contract period for this role is up to 9 months with competitive pay, all meals and single occupancy cabin.
All applicants must be fully vaccinated, hold valid STCW certification (or be willing to obtain these) as well as an ENG1 or equivalent seafarer medical certificate.
So, if you are an experienced Entertainment Technical Manager looking for your next career move and are interested in being a part of something exciting, then we’d love to hear from you.
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STCW Certificates
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Language Requirements
Good knowledge of the English language is required.
RWS Global
Built upon more than 120 years of combined expertise from its subsidiaries, RWS Global launched in 2023 as an industry-leading team of four powerhouse companies — RWS, ted, JRA and ARC. Together, they form the world’s largest producer of live experiences. Headquartered in New York City, London and Cincinnati, RWS Global provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions.
On land, at sea and everywhere in between, RWS Global produces over one million live moments every day. RWS Global employs a diverse team of world-class designers, creators, producers and more, including the casting and recruitment of over 8,000 performers and technicians annually. RWS Studios, located in New York City and London, comprises over 100,000 combined square feet of creative and meeting spaces, a costume shop, rehearsal studios, performer housing, fully equipped casting studios, acoustically treated music rooms and more.
RWS Global's subsidiaries include RWS, the leader in live moments by bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences; ted, Europe's largest leisure entertainment experience company; JRA, an award-winning creative studio specializing in master planning, design and project management and ARC, providing casting for theatre, film, TV and commercials. Together, RWS Global’s companies have served an impressive roster of clients that includes Apple, Azamara, The Coca-Cola Company, Crayola, Europa-Park Resort, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS™ Experience by Original X Productions, Hard Rock Resorts, Hershey Entertainment & Resorts, Holland America Line, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Lionsgate, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, Roompot, Six Flags, Space Center Houston, TUI Group, Vera Wang, Warner Bros., Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway, Chicago the Musical, Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes and many more. For more information, visit rwsglobal.com.
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