DJ – International Cruise Line

You, as the AMAZING DJ will be responsible for operating music, video and lighting equipment to produce a mixture of dance music such as, but not limited to, Top 40, disco, new wave, dance-oriented rock, Latin, R&B, reggae and classic rock.  The position is also a member of the Activities Staff and is required to socialize with guests, and participate or host a variety of activities related to his or her position.

• Role:               Disc Jockey
• Cruise line:     International Cruise line
• Salary:            $2000 – 2200 USD per month Tax free – paid whilst on board only
• Rotation:        6-7 months on and 2 months off
• Berthing:        Shared Cabin
• Flights, accommodation, food and uniform all provided by the cruise line.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains up-to-date musical inventory with the support of shore-side management.
• Assures that equipment is maintained in safe and clean working environment.  He or she shall alert the Activity Manager of any necessary repairs so that an AVO may be placed for repair.
• Records two evenings’ sessions per voyage on the hard drive and submit this shore-side via disc.
• Continually interacts with guests; coordinates, hosts, and participates in other adult recreational activities related to his or her position.
• Socializes with guests at all times when in the public areas.  Visits lounges at various times and converses with as many guests as possible as time allows.
• Assists in the coordination and operation of audio and/or visual equipment for events as needed in support of the Sound & Light Staff as determined by the Cruise Director.
• Participates in shows and events presented by the Cruise Director’s Division such as the Welcome Aboard Show, where he or she will be promoting his or her position or the nightclub.
• Attends mandatory crewmember’s and guest safety drills as required.
• Is aware of, and/or acquires the necessary knowledge to comply with the ship’s standard operation, in order to assist guests and crewmembers with inquiries.
• Attends meetings, training activities, courses and all other work-related activities as required.
• Performs other duties related to entertainment; such as hosting activities or running music for poolside games. 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 and as approved by shore-side management.

Requirements:

• Professional disc jockey experience with the ability to operate a variety of music playing equipment and lighting equipment.  Experience in an upscale hotel, resort, cruise line or entertainment/recreational industry (shipboard experience preferred).
• Ability to beat mix and maintain a seamless set consisting of a wide variety of music.
• Master of Ceremony or professional entertainment experience and skills a plus.
• Experience with microphone technique in front of large groups preferred.
• Maintains his/her own stock of music on CD format to compliment the onboard collection of music.
• Ability to “read a room” and create a music atmosphere sensitive to nightly changes in guest demographics.
• Extensive knowledge of a variety of dance music such as, but not limited to, past and present pop music, dance, Latin, 70s disco, reggae, R&B, hip hop, country and classic rock.
• Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions and organize large numbers of people.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables where only a limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as BPMs, time codes, etc.
• Very strong communication, organizational, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal skills.
• Superior customer service, teambuilding and conflict resolution skills.
• Intermediate computer software skills required.
• High school diploma or better preferred.

A demo reel on YouTube/Google Drive etc will also be required and should be around 10 minutes showing how a normal segment would be as well as transitioning form one genre to another.

If this GREAT opportunity is for you, please press APPLY to present your CV for the job. Do remember to ensure your resume has your up-to-date contact details, website links to where you have been working and clearly showing your responsibilities and achievements for each job.