Onboard Solo Piano-Vocalist Entertainer (Paid Training)

American Cruise Lines; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive onboard compensation

Travel on America’s waterways

Job summary

American Cruise Lines seeks solo piano-vocalists to perform aboard our fleet, delivering cocktail music and engaging evening shows as a welcoming, highly visible part of the guest experience.

Resident Entertainers work aboard for the full duration of each assignment, seven days a week, traveling America’s waterways. You will perform themed programs, coordinate with the Cruise Director, welcome guests, and maintain professional standards. Paid training and competitive compensation are provided.

Qualifications

• Strong vocal ability and stage presence.
• Extensive repertoire across listening and dancing styles.
• Ability to perform themed shows from 1950s-70s and other popular genres.
• Familiarity with basic audio equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform approx. 1 hour of cocktail piano music most evenings.
• Present scheduled 60-minute mainstage shows (2–4 per cruise).
• Prepare and perform themed programs from established repertoire.
• Connect with guests on and off stage and foster a welcoming onboard atmosphere.
• Coordinate with Cruise Director and onboard team; adapt to itinerary changes.
• Maintain professional standards in performance, appearance, and interactions.

Skills

Vocal ability

Piano

Repertoire breadth

Stage presence

Tools

Audio equipment

Job description

American Cruise Lines seeks solo piano-vocalists to perform aboard our fleet, delivering cocktail music and engaging evening shows as a welcoming, highly visible part of the guest experience.

Resident Entertainers work aboard for the full duration of each assignment, seven days a week, traveling America’s waterways. You will perform themed programs, coordinate with the Cruise Director, welcome guests, and maintain professional standards. Paid training and competitive compensation are provided.