Cruise Director

Scenic Group (Scenic / Emerald Cruises); United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Scenic Group (Scenic / Emerald Cruises) seeks a talented Cruise Director - Vocalist to lead the onboard entertainment for our luxury guests. You will host events, engage guests, and shape the entertainment experience across each voyage.

As a featured vocalist, you will perform in production shows and cabarets, coordinate with Hotel Director and department heads, and ensure performances meet Scenic's world-class standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Cruise Director or similar guest-facing leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver onboard entertainment for luxury guests.
• Host events, engage guests, and create a vibrant atmosphere on each voyage.
• Oversee daily entertainment programme, enrichment activities, and guest speakers.

Skills

Cruise leadership

Vocal performance

Guest engagement

English fluency

Public speaking

Job description

Scenic Cruises:

Combining innovative design and state-of-the-art technology, Scenic Eclipse sets the benchmark in 6-star ocean cruising. It’s more than an ultra-luxury voyage: it’s an immersive, all-inclusive exploration and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Emerald Cruises:

Set sail on the voyage of a lifetime. Whether you’re searching for a tropical haven, looking for sunny shores, wanting to explore new cultures, or longing to relax on board, you’ll discover a world of adventure when sailing with Emerald Cruises.

Our People:

At Scenic and Emerald Cruises, our employees are the heart and soul of our operations. They are passionate, dedicated, and committed to delivering exceptional experiences to our guests. We believe in fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can thrive and grow. Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, excellence, and the joy of exploration. Together, we create unforgettable journeys and memories that last a lifetime for both our guests and employees. “Amazing people, creating wonder.”

The Role:

We seek a talented and experienced ' Cruise Director - Vocalist '.

Description Brief:

As 'Cruise Director - Vocalist' aboard Scenic Ocean Cruises, you will lead and deliver an exceptional onboard entertainment experience for our luxury guests. As the face of entertainment onboard, you will host events, engage with guests, and create a vibrant atmosphere throughout each voyage.

Drawing upon your performance, presentation, and hosting skills, you will oversee the daily entertainment programme, host enrichment activities, introduce guest speakers and performers, and deliver memorable social events. A key aspect of this role is performing as a vocalist in production shows, solo cabarets, and other entertainment events, requiring a strong and confident singing ability.

Working closely with the Hotel Director and Heads of Departments, you will ensure all entertainment offerings align with Scenic's luxury standards and contribute to an outstanding guest experience. This role requires a talented vocalist, confident host, exceptional communicator, natural people person with a passion for hospitality, guest engagement, and creating unforgettable moments at sea.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Cruise Director or similar guest-facing leadership role
• Strong vocal ability with the confidence to perform in production shows, solo cabarets and other entertainment events
• Previous cruise ship experience, preferably within a luxury environment
• Strong entertainment, hosting, and guest engagement abilities
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with multiple departments
• Must be fluent in English, written and spoken
• Valid STCW Basic Training certification
• Valid Seaman's Book
• Valid ILO-approved Seafarer Medical Certificate