Cruise Staff

Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. As Cruise Staff, you will be an assistant emcee while supporting the Entertainment Hosts during adult and family activities ship-wide. You will participate in day and evening deck parties, game shows, trivia contests, sports challenges, ship/island tours, bingo, support Port Adventures and help with island rentals and activities on Disney Castaway Cay, and Disney's Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. You will report to the Entertainment Manager Responsibilities : Responsible for the set-up/clean-up and facilitation of all scheduled entertainment catering to an adult and/or family audience. Function as assistant emcee for onboard events in various venues, orchestrating an inviting and energetic atmosphere, while requiring microphone use and stage presence. Provide support to the Entertainment Hosts Seek out Guest contact, engaging and interacting with all Guests of all ages, while displaying boundless amounts of energy and enthusiasm. Perform meet and greet functions in the lobby/atrium during Guest embarkation and debarkation, as well as in front of Walt Disney Theatre; providing help to Guests needing special assistance. Assist during ‘show stops’ in the Walt Disney Theatre, as directed Learn, follow and perform basic scripted material and choreography Execute selling of Bingo cards, using up-selling techniques Fulfil all Disney Castaway Cay/ Disney Lookout Cay job responsibilities associated with position and line of business. Conduct required sanitizing procedures based on USPH requirements when associated with appropriate programs and events. Assist with Port Adventures operations – inclusive of dispatch duties and occasionally assisting with escorting Guests on Port Adventures as the Disney quality representative, as directed. Host activities, games and trivia contests during televised sporting events. Help maintain appropriate Guest flow in all areas onboard, advising Guests of other onboard activities to encourage good flow around the ship, and strong Guest participation and involvement. Provide an emotionally and physically safe environment for Guests at all times. Maintain stock and assist in distribution of departmental supplies Perform abbreviated shows based on weather conditions, safety issues, and Entertainment Management decisions. Report costume, technical, and maintenance needs. Prepare and strike programs ensuring proper clean-up, inventory program consumables, maintain costumes and cleanliness and order for program storage spaces. Basic Qualifications : Participation in an Interview/ Audition process required. Minimum one year experience in an entertainment, resort/recreation, or related field Minimum one year experience working within a position that demonstrates hosting experience, stage experience and public speaking skills on a microphone Exceptional presentation, communication and organizational skills Relates well to audiences of all ages and demographics while offering a passion for engaging an audience in an entertaining program and event Strong microphone skills, teamwork, detail-orientated, flexible, and committed to Guest satisfaction. Strong aptitude to learn choreography and basic scripted material Ability to lift and move heavy boxes (i.e. recreational equipment) Maintain Disney Character Integrity Uphold Disney show quality and performance standards, with the ability to learn and perform rehearsed roles. Ability to perform in environments that have pyrotechnics, chemical smoke, haze, fog, dry ice, and other special effects. Additional Information : This is a SHIPBOARD role You must: Be genuinely interested in a career at sea and willing to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel Be willing to follow and perform safety role, emergency responsibilities and associated responsibilities as specified in the ship Assembly Plan Be willing to uphold the general safety management responsibilities as specified in the Safety Management System in areas and operations under their control If applicable, be willing to share a confined cabin with other crew members and appreciative of working and living in a multicultural environment that has strict rules and regulation Your Responsibilities: Have a valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa (DCL will provide you with documents to obtain this) Complete a pre-employment medical Obtain a criminal background check Bring approved work shoes ** Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination. Job ID: 1324881BR Location: United States Job Posting Company: "Disney Cruise Line" The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email View email address on click.appcast.io with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Walt Disney Company