Yacht Entertainment Director (Shipboard)

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts•Miami, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a key member of the Yacht’s Planning Committee, the Shipboard Yacht Entertainment Director is responsible for crafting and executing world-class entertainment and recreation programs. This leadership role involves mentoring a diverse team, driving innovation, and ensuring every onboard experience surpasses guest expectations while upholding the Four Seasons brand. This is a rotational position, with 3 months onboard followed by 3 months off.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of senior-level experience in luxury hospitality or cruise line entertainment management.
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing entertainment teams with a focus on fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
Exceptional hosting and interpersonal skills, coupled with a confident and charismatic stage presence, capable of engaging upscale and demanding clientele.
Strong understanding of entertainment and enrichment programs, including technical requirements, with the ability to create and execute engaging onboard activities.
Excellent communication and public speaking skills, enabling effective interaction with guests, ship personnel, and shore-side teams.
Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, including schedule adjustments and operational needs.
Fluent in written and spoken English

Nice To Haves

Additional fluency in Spanish, German, or French highly valued.

Responsibilities

Direct and inspire a team of entertainers, activity staff, Kids For All Seasons staff and marina personnel as well as guest entertainers and speakers.
Conceptualize, plan, and execute a diverse range of entertainment, including live music, themed events, and enrichment programs.
Drive innovation and continuously enhance the guest entertainment experience.
Oversee the execution of all onboard entertainment and recreation programs.
Collaborate and communicate voyage reports with shipboard and shoreside leadership to optimize offerings.
Manage departmental budgets, inventory, and technical resources.
Adapt programs to changing conditions (e.g., weather).
Oversee Marina operations and Kids For All Seasons programs through the Assistant Yacht Director.
Contribute to the creation and decoration of themed parties and events, and actively participate in holiday event planning.
Cultivate meaningful relationships with guests, acting as a visible host.
Serve as a passionate ambassador for the Four Seasons brand.
Provide voyage based entertainment ratings reports to the shoreside director of Entertainment & Recreation.
Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
Promote open communication and professional growth.
Ensure adherence to industry standards, health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Maintain compliance with Four Seasons Yachts' safety and security policies.
Ensure all personnel under supervision are familiar with relevant safety and environmental policies, including IPM programs.
Follow and execute Hotel Policies as outlined in the Hotel SOP.