The Gig:
We’re on a mission to create the world’s most irresistible travel brand and are searching for a
talented, cutting-edge, innovative, resourceful, sea-based entertainment rock star to help make
that a reality. Entertainment onboard our ladyships is one of the key elements to executing a
brilliant sailor experience, so are you up to the task?
The Entertainment Technical Manager is the human who makes sure all of the complex
entertainment technical systems onboard are in tip-top ship-shape. They will lead a large,
multidisciplinary team of expert technicians while keeping a laser focus on the consistent and
safe operation of all gear and equipment.
Virgin Voyage’s entertainment experience will be truly revolutionary and it takes a very special person to ensure that all of the pieces that make the magic happen are in perfect condition. This is a complex, multifaceted assignment where technical knowledge, creativity, strategic planning, strong management skills, exquisite communication chops, and a genuine passion for Virgin Voyage’s incredible entertainment are the keys to success.
What You’ll Be Up To:
- Manage a large and diverse team of technicians and specialists
- Manage the operation of professional lighting, audio, automation, rigging, pyrotechnics and video systems
- Manage the maintenance and repair of entertainment technical equipment
- Manage and update technical documentation and inventory of entertainment technical equipment
- Create an open environment by apprising crew of performance goals while actively promoting the shared values (crew creeds) onboard
- Maintain safety standards in varied venues, indoors, outdoors and off-site
- Attend all production meetings
- Collaborate with entertainment management on schedules for cast, technicians, Shows, Happenings, Parties, Music and rehearsals
- Manage the operation and data entry of our digital scheduling tool for technical events and technician work hours
- Lead regular meetings with direct reports and attend departmental meetings as necessary/requested
- Write and conduct evaluations for direct reports.
- Oversee the general and logistical needs of direct reports.
- Lead sign-on and sign-off of direct reports working with the onboard crew/sailor services department.
- Ensure training is up to date for direct reports.
- Field and action maintenance requests for direct reports.
- Be on call to assist with medical or safety emergencies for direct reports.
- Oversee direct reports crew perks and ensure their compliance with all rules and regulations
- Audit and submit direct reports work hours to people and culture, as needed.
- Actively address the concerns and needs of their direct reports
- Write regular voyage reports on your areas of the sailor experience, as deemed necessary by reporting structure
- Work with the shoreside team to implement additional programming for charters, holiday parties and special events
- Preserves artistic integrity and intention of all productions
- Other duties as assigned
- General safety duties, as dictated by the Safety Officer onboard
- Embody the Virgin brand with passion and joy
Superpowers Required:
- Minimum of five years professional experience in live event, broadcast or theatre industries
- Bachelor’s degree in theatre, stage management or technical arenas with knowledge of international theatrical production preferred
- Strong knowledge of the techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in the operation of stage settings, rigging, scenery and lighting system
- Exceptional communication and collaborative skills with a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate people
- Knowledge of broadcast technical systems a plus
- Cruise ship experience is an asset, but not required
- Able to work in loud, disruptive spaces
- Ability to work outside in the sun
- Must have an outgoing personality with excellent communication, language and social skills with a genuine interest in entertaining people
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- A self-starter, who can roll up their sleeves and make ship happen with little supervision
- Great energy and attitude of optimism
- Ability to move mountains without relying on others to do the heavy lifting
- Work experience outside of the United States, in cross-cultural settings, preferred
- Knowledge and experience in using key business tools (MS Office, Google Apps, etc.)
- Conversational English ability is required
- STCW training required
What Matters to Us:
As our founder, Richard Branson famously said, “Company knowledge and job-specific skills can be learned, but you can’t train a personality.” With this in mind, we encourage you to come as you are and be the best version of yourself. Smart and strategic are great, but so are intuitive, passionate, and kind (it’s cool to care).
In return for your epic talent, we’re committed to providing you with engaging and rewarding programs, events, activities, benefits, and perks, with the ambition to make Virgin Voyages your best gig ever.
Virgin Voyages is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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