APM Lighting Technician

Cruise AcademyCancún, Worldwide
Onsite

About The Position

The Lighting Technician sets up, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots theatrical and event lighting systems. They program lighting consoles for shows and special events, working with the Entertainment team to deliver high-quality visuals for guests of all ages. Lighting technicians are responsible for the programming, operation, and ongoing maintenance of highly specified lighting, video, and stage effect systems in a wide range of entertainment venues onboard. With access to the latest theatre technology from leading industry brands such as MA Lighting, Vari-lite, GLP, Martin, ETC, and Green Hippo, candidates will have the tools they need to create exceptional light shows and immersive environments as part of dynamic and engaging passenger programmes. Lighting technicians are responsible for not only operating each lighting element but also ensuring the integrity of every show remains true to its original lighting design, week after week. Designing, programming, and operating truly unique shows for fly-on entertainers will give the successful candidate the opportunity to bring entertainment to life while leveraging flexibility and cutting-edge resources.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years' professional work experience operating, designing and maintaining theatre, touring and live entertainment lighting systems.
  • Experience with MA Lighting consoles.
  • Command of the English language, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, creative and driven to deliver an outstanding product.
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Understanding of the foundation of guest service; ability and willingness to deliver outstanding service to our guests.
  • Motivation to excel in all aspects of job duties and responsibilities.
  • Personable communicator with outstanding social skills and a warm, friendly, and caring personality.
  • Commitment to establish and maintain courteous and professional working relationships in a diverse cultural environment.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous experience with Hippo and Catalyst media servers.
  • Previous experience with pyrotechnics and other stage effects.

Responsibilities

  • Sets up, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots theatrical and event lighting systems.
  • Programs lighting consoles for shows and special events.
  • Works with the Entertainment team to deliver high-quality visuals for guests.
  • Programs, operates, and maintains highly specified lighting, video, and stage effect systems in entertainment venues.
  • Operates each lighting element and ensures the integrity of every show remains true to its original lighting design.
  • Designs, programs, and operates unique shows for fly-on entertainers.

Benefits

  • 6/2 (continual rotations of 6 months on-board followed by 2 months of vacation).
  • Shared cabin with private bathroom facilities.
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