Aquatic Stage Staff

Royal Caribbean Group; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Caribbean Group seeks an Aquatic Stage Staff (STAA) to support underwater and backstage operations in the AquaTheater and across ship venues. You will assist live entertainment during rehearsals and performances, with duties including set-up, prop handling, and SCUBA gear maintenance.

You’ll collaborate with Stage Production Managers, Aqua Cast Support Divers, and the Entertainment Technical Team, ensuring safety, technical integrity, and flawless transitions for headliner acts and guest

Qualifications

• Minimum Open Water PADI or equivalent by other accredited diving agencies.
• Diversified and documented diving experience or prior professional experience underwater.
• Works well with a team: collaborative, communicates promptly and accurately, adaptable.
• Experience with carpentry, painting, and hand tools to support repairs.
• Experience with setting up and maintaining backline equipment, cabling, soldering, or repairing lighting fixtures.
• Experience with video setup/troubleshooting between Windows or Mac computers and external devices such as projectors and TV screens.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or international equivalent) in Theatre or Production Arts with Theatre Technology focus.

Responsibilities

• Reported to Stage Production Manager when running a show or event in a venue.
• Apply diving certification to safe operation of the live entertainment program.
• Set up the venue according to technical rider or track sheet; inspect and store SCUBA gear and equipment.
• Assist with handling props, set pieces, instruments, and equipment for performances.
• May assist with maintenance/repairs of props, set pieces, and equipment on ship.
• Participate in rehearsals, meetings, and trainings; update handover notes and maintenance logs.
• Communicate effectively over venue systems and use underwater hand signals.
• Perform other duties as instructed by supervisors; may involve costume changes or lighting support.
• Maintain venue cleanliness and report any equipment issues promptly.

Skills

Diving certification

Teamwork

Carpentry/hand tools

Lighting setup

Video setup/troubleshooting

Projector/TV integration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre or Production Arts with Theatre Technology focus

Tools

Backline equipment setup

Cabling and soldering

Windows/Mac video integration

Job description

The Aquatic Stage Staff (STAA) supports Entertainment Technical Operations in delivering high-quality entertainment experiences to guests. The STAA primarily assists the underwater and backstage operations of the AquaTheater. Additionally, the STAA assists the Entertainment Technical Operations across multiple venues during rehearsals and performances. This position may support other members of the Entertainment Technical Team, Group Coordinator, and the Entertainment Division’s Management Team by assisting the live music and entertainment program around the ship within available working hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a shipboard position. All duties and responsibilities must be performed in accordance with all company policies, legal guidelines, and industry best practices in effect at the time of active employment.

1. The STAA reports to the Stage Production Manager.(s) when running a show or event in a venue and receives their daily schedules from the Head Stage Staff.

2. Applies diving certification to the safe operation of the live entertainment program in the AquaTheater.

3. Performs show-related duties as instructed while prioritizing safety and upholding the artistic and technical integrity of all produced entertainment onboard. Prior to rehearsals or performances, the STAA:

• Sets up the venue according to a technical rider or track sheet.
• Assembles and inspects SCUBA gear, props, set pieces, and equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness of the rehearsal or performance areas.
• During rehearsals or performances, the STAA:
• Follows the assigned and approved track sheet duties and listens for the show caller’s cues.
• Monitors the stage or pool, calling accurate clears and assisting with the movement of props and set pieces.
• Communicates effectively and professionally over the venue communication system and with approved underwater hand signals.
• Performs other duties as instructed; tasks may include assisting with costume changes, band setups, or operating spotlights.
• After rehearsals or performances, the STAA:
• Inspects, cleans, and securely stores SCUBA gear, props, set pieces, and equipment.
• Promptly communicates any concerns of damaged or malfunctioning equipment to the Aqua Cast Support Divers, Head Stage Staff, and Stage & Production Manager(s).
• Ensures the cleanliness of the venue and backstage areas.

4. Proactively supports the live music and entertainment program around the ship by assisting with the handling of props, set pieces, instruments, and equipment for headliner acts, guest activities, parades, and band sets.

5. May be actively involved in the maintenance and repairs of all props, set pieces, and equipment used in the live entertainment program around the ship.

• May work at height, on ladders, grids, aerial work platforms, and under hydraulic lifts upon certification.
• Communicates any maintenance needs and purchase requirements with the venue managers or Aqua Cast Support Divers to ensure an ample supply of spare and operational SCUBA equipment.

6. May be called upon by the Stage & Production Managers to support Group Coordinators in setting up and striking identified equipment for special events and presentations.

7. Participates in all scheduled rehearsals, meetings, and trainings.

8. Accurately updates handover notes, track sheets, maintenance logs, and other operational documents or electronic assets stored within company approved databases.

9. Performs related duties as required by shipboard or shoreside leadership.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the shipboard employee occupying this position. Shipboard employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Open Water PADI or equivalent by other accredited diving agencies like NAUI or SSI.
• Diversified and documented diving experience or prior professional experience working underwater.
• Works well with a team: collaborative, communicates promptly and accurately, adaptable, motivated to learn from peers and supervisors.
• Experience with carpentry, painting, and working with hand tools to support various repairs.
• Experience with setting up and maintaining backline equipment, cabling, soldering, or repairing lighting fixtures preferred.
• Experience with video setup/troubleshooting between Windows or Mac computers and external devices such as projectors and TV screens preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or the international equivalent) in Theatre or Production Arts with Theatre Technology focus from an accredited university or professional experience working as a stagehand providing audio and lighting support is preferred.

All shipboard employees must be physically able to participate in emergency life saving 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. Therefore, the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds is necessary.