Entertainment Operators - Light

Note : This position is to work on board)

Entertainment Operator - Light

The Entertainment Operator - Lighting is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of all lighting elements in the vessel’s main theater and alternative entertainment venues.

This includes set up, operation, and tear down of all lighting equipment used for Production Shows, Headline Entertainers, Enrichment speakers, presenters, and other users of the theater.

The Entertainment Operator - Lighting is responsible for operating the lighting board and calling follow spot cues for all performances in the theater, and is required to monitor and maintain organizational standards on lighting levels, and visual designs.

The Entertainment Operator Lighting will liaise with Headline Entertainers about their lighting requirements, design cues and looks as necessary, attend all rehearsals, and assist at all stage resets.

Regular cleaning and maintenance of all lighting fixtures in the vessels rig will be lead and conducted by the Entertainment Operator Lighting.

In addition to the duties listed above, the Entertainment Operator Lighting is also responsible for assisting the Entertainment Staff on any lighting related tasks in the vessels alternative entertainment venues as requested by the Stage & Production Manager or Head Entertainment Operator.

• Maintain brand and industry standards for lighting quality in the main theater (overall lighting levels and correct operation of theatrical lighting equipment).
• Follow the daily written schedule for events, rehearsals, and performances.
• Liaise with the Stage & Production Manager or Technical Director for maintaining and improving production value in the theater.
• Operate all lighting elements and call follow spot cues for scheduled events in the vessel’s main theater and / or alternative entertainment venues as necessary.
• Responsible for delivering results, with the Stage & Production Manager, for Overall Entertainment ratings based on Theater Production Shows and Headline Entertainers lighting Design Guidelines (for original designs created for events and Headline Entertainers)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in theater (lighting design or technology) from an accredited university or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in entertainment or theatrical lighting operation, design, set up, and maintenance is required.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Hog 3 and Hog 4 lighting platforms is required.
• Extensive knowledge of lighting equipment, fixtures, vocabulary, and relevant electrical knowledge.
• Experience working with intelligent and moving fixtures, maintenance, cleaning, assembly, and technical troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of computers (Windows and Mac) and connecting to external devices such as projectors and TV screens, and relevant troubleshooting.
• Previous experience on cruise ships or touring an asset.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and cooperatively in a diverse team environment to meet overall established timeframes.
• Ability to communicate tactfully with coworkers and other shipboard employees to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and adapt well to sudden changes.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the shipboard employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel;

reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must continually lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and may work at heights up to 50 feet.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

All shipboard employees must be physically able to participate in emergency lifesaving procedures and drills. Full use and range of arms and legs as well as full visual, verbal and hearing abilities are required to receive and give instructions in the event of an emergency including the lowering of lifeboats.

Work Hours : to be on-call to the guests needs whilst complying with MLC requirements under the leadership of the Cruise Director.

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