Onboard Piano-Vocalist & Mainstage Entertainer

American Cruise Lines; Skagway (AK); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive compensation onboard

Opportunity to travel America's rivers

Job summary

American Cruise Lines is seeking talented solo piano-vocalists to perform aboard our fleet of ships cruising America’s rivers and coastal waterways. Resident Entertainers provide instrumental cocktail music and engaging evening shows, while serving as a welcoming, highly visible part of the onboard guest experience.

Resident Entertainers work and live aboard the vessel for the full duration of each assignment, with responsibilities seven days per week.

Qualifications

• Strong vocal ability, confident stage presence, and strong piano technique.
• An extensive repertoire suited to a broad audience, including music for listening and dancing.
• Ability to perform varied themed shows featuring familiar music from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, Motown, the British Invasion, country, and other popular styles.
• Ability to perform instrumental cocktail music independently and sustain varied programming throughout an assignment.
• Previous experience as a shipboard piano-bar performer or production vocalist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform approximately one hour of instrumental cocktail piano music on most evenings, typically six nights during a seven-night cruise, with varied selections and minimal repetition.
• Present scheduled 60-minute mainstage shows, generally two to four per cruise, depending on the itinerary and cruise length.
• Prepare and perform themed programs from American Cruise Lines’ established repertoire, following direction from the Entertainment Producer.
• Connect with guests both on and off stage, creating a friendly atmosphere and participating in the social life of the ship.
• Coordinate with the Cruise Director and onboard team, adapting to itinerary changes and the daily program.
• Maintain professional standards in performance, appearance, punctuality, and interactions with guests and crew.

Skills

Strong vocal ability

Piano technique

Extensive repertoire

Themed show production

Guest interaction

Tools

Audio equipment

Job description

American Cruise Lines is seeking talented solo piano-vocalists to perform aboard our fleet of ships cruising America’s rivers and coastal waterways. Resident Entertainers provide instrumental cocktail music and engaging evening shows, while serving as a welcoming, highly visible part of the onboard guest experience.

Resident Entertainers work and live aboard the vessel for the full duration of each assignment, with responsibilities seven days per week.