Entertainment Technical Recruiting Specialist

Responsibilities Lead end-to-end recruitment for all entertainment technical positions across the Royal Caribbean International fleet, including stage technicians, audio engineers, lighting technicians, lounge technicians, rigging, and automation specialists. Develop and manage recruitment pipelines across all technical disciplines, ensuring vessel staffing requirements are met ahead of sailings, new-build deliveries, and itinerary changes. Partner with shipboard Entertainment Technical Managers and shore side leadership to align recruitment output with operational needs. Screen, interview, and evaluate candidates against Royal Caribbean technical and behavioral standards; manage offer and pre-boarding processes. Collect and compile all necessary documentation for final clearance while actively participating in team meetings to share updates. Research, plan, and attend relevant trade events, festivals, industry expos, and technical theatre conferences worldwide to identify and engage prospective talent. Create compelling recruitment content for use across digital platforms, career fairs, institutional presentations, and targeted outreach campaigns. Requirements Minimum 3 years of experience in talent acquisition, entertainment staffing, technical production recruitment or a related field, preferably within the maritime or entertainment industry. Working knowledge of live entertainment technical disciplines: stage operations, audio, lighting, automation, or equivalent. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable representing the organization at public events, institutions, and trade environments, with a focus on providing outstanding support to new hires and existing Crew Members. Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple vessels, new builds, and recruitment timelines simultaneously. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to handle complex issues efficiently. Proficiency in using multiple web-based systems such as Smartsheet, Excel, TMS, CTRAC, JD Edwards Enterprise One, Oracle. Prior shipboard or cruise industry experience in a technical or production management capacity. Existing network within the live entertainment, touring, or technical theatre community. Experience building academic or institutional partnership programs. Familiarity with STCW seafarer certification requirements and pre-boarding compliance processes. Additional languages are an asset given the global nature of the talent pool. Certifications & Qualifications STCW Seafarer Certification #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor