Entertainment Operator – Lighting

Celebrity Cruises; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebrity Cruises is seeking an Entertainment Operator - Lighting to manage daily operation and maintenance of shipboard lighting for the main theater and venues. You will operate the lighting board, call cues, and liaise with performers on lighting needs while ensuring safety and production standards.

The role requires strong technical and interpersonal skills, working across rehearsals, events, and stage resets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in theater (lighting design or technology) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in entertainment or theatrical lighting operation, design, set up, and maintenance.
• Extensive knowledge of Hog 3 and Hog 4 lighting platforms.
• Extensive knowledge of lighting equipment, fixtures, vocabulary, and relevant electrical knowledge.
• Experience working with intelligent and moving fixtures, maintenance, cleaning, assembly, and technical troubleshooting.
• Experience with programming and computers (Windows and Mac).
• Previous experience on cruise ships or touring is a plus.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work positively and cooperatively in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to communicate tactfully with coworkers and other shipboard employees to resolve problems.
• Able to work well in a fast-paced environment and adapt to sudden changes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain brand and industry standards for lighting quality in the main theater and venues.
• Follow the daily written schedule for events, rehearsals, and performances.
• Interact professionally with guests and accept feedback.
• Liaise with Stage & Production Manager to maintain and improve production value.
• Operate lighting elements and call follow spot cues for events.
• Maintain inventory records for consumables and assist with PO processes.
• Ensure lighting plot and rig configurations remain approved.
• Report equipment issues promptly to leadership.
• Adhere to SQM and safety standards and artistic integrity.
• Participate in stage resets with the team.
• Ensure theater setup is clean, organized, and visually appealing.
• Open theater doors 30 minutes before showtime as instructed.
• Uphold show integrity and collaboration with production partners.

Skills

Theatre lighting

Programming

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in theater lighting or equivalent

Tools

Hog 3

Hog 4

Windows/Mac

Job description

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Maintain professional and helpful interactions with guests attending the shows if asked for assistance or given feedback.
• 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.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory for all consumables such as fog fluid, lamps, lighting gels, and other lighting elements. Work with the Head Entertainment Operator or Technical Director to make purchase orders.
• Ensures the lighting plot and rig configurations are not changed without written approval from the Head Office.
• Responsible for reporting and broken or deficient equipment to the Head Entertainment Operator or Technical Director in a timely manner.
• Adhere to Celebrity’s SQM and safety standards, as well as meet and maintain the artistic integrity of the produced theatrical shows.
• Participate in stage resets with the Entertainment Operator team.
• Works with the Stage & Production Manager or Technical Director to ensure the theater set-up is clean, organized, and showcases an appealing stage picture when the audience enters.
• Open theater doors 30 minutes prior to showtime or as instructed by the Stage & Production Manager or Technical Director.
• Maintains a high level of production value for ship’s main theater.
• Upholds the integrity of shows and events in the theater produced by Celebrity Cruises or those produced in conjunction with outside Production Companies.
• Responsible for delivering results, with the Stage & Production Manager, for Overall Entertainment ratings based on Theater Production Shows 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.
• Experience with programming
• 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.

Language Requirements

Ability to speak English clearly, distinctly and cordially with guests and crew members.

Ability to read and write English in order to understand and interpret written procedures. This includes the ability to give and receive instructions in written and verbal forms and to effectively present information and respond to questions from guests, supervisors and co-workers.

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.