Entertainment Host/ess
Disney Cruise Line
Job Summary: Every day at Disney Cruise Line we take pride in bringing the magic of Disney to life. We find joy in creating cherished memories and form genuine connections with our guests. We hold each other to the highest degree and always act responsibly while ensuring the safety of fellow crew and guests. United by our Disney values, we work toward excellence in all we do. As a part of our team, you can live and work in a diverse and inclusive environment amidst a professional and supportive community. If you are ready to create unforgettable experiences and grow as a person and as a professional, apply today.
As an Entertainment Host you are part of the "Cruise Staff" team and act as emcee for all adult/family and children's activities. You will learn and perform scripted material and choreography and participate in day/evening deck parties, games shows, trivia contests, sports challenges, ship/island tours, bingo. You will have high guest interaction that does involve ongoing microphone use and regular onstage activity. Consideration for this role does require an audition.
You will report to the Entertainment Manager Responsibilities: Function as emcee for onboard events and venues, requiring microphone use and stage presenceManage set-up/clean-up, facilitation and participation in all activities for an audience of children, adults and family activitiesTalk with Guests of all agesLook for Guest interactions while displaying boundless amounts of energy and enthusiasmLearn and perform scripted material and choreographyPerform meet and greet functions in the lobby/atrium during Guest embarkation and disembarkationPerform meet and greet functions in front of Walt Disney Theatre at the start and conclusion of events within the theatre; provide help to Guests needing special assistance; assist with 'show stops' if necessaryHost activities, games and trivia contests during televised sporting events, and Youth Activities programsSupport recreational activities on Disney Castaway Cay/ Disney Lookout Cay as scheduledHelp maintain appropriate Guest flow in all areas onboard, informing Guests of other onboard activities to ensure Guest participation; encourage program participation for all age groupsProvide an emotionally and physically safe environment for Guests of all agesConduct required sanitizing procedures based on USPH requirements when associated with appropriate programs and eventsAssist with dispatch of Port Adventures – meet Guests at assigned debark venue, spiel important excursion information, collect tickets and waivers and escort Guests to meet their appropriate vendor; escort Guests as the Disney quality representative, as scheduledMaintain stock and help distribute departmental suppliesHelp promote Crew eventsFollow scripts, but also ad libPerform abbreviated shows based on weather conditions, safety issues, and Entertainment Management decisionsReport costume, technical, and maintenance needsPrepare and strike programs ensuring proper clean-up, inventory program consumables, maintain costumes and cleanliness and order for program storage spaces Basic Qualifications: Participation in the Audition/Interview process required Maintain Disney Character IntegrityPerform in environments that have pyrotechnics, chemical smoke, haze, fog, dry ice, and other special effectsMinimum two years experience working within a position that expresses hosting experience, stage experience and public speaking skillsMinimum two years experience in a public relations, entertainment, guest services, resort/recreational, camp, or related fieldRelate well to audiences of all ages and demographics while offering a passion for engaging an audience in entertaining program and eventMicrophone skills, team skills, detailed, flexible, and committed to Guest SatisfactionMust be able to entertain and command the attention of large groups of Guests of all agesWillingness to learn dance routines and to dance in a 'club' style setting Additional Information:
As an Entertainment Host you are part of the "Cruise Staff" team and act as emcee for all adult/family and children's activities. You will learn and perform scripted material and choreography and participate in day/evening deck parties, games shows, trivia contests, sports challenges, ship/island tours, bingo. You will have high guest interaction that does involve ongoing microphone use and regular onstage activity. Consideration for this role does require an audition.
You will report to the Entertainment Manager Responsibilities: Function as emcee for onboard events and venues, requiring microphone use and stage presenceManage set-up/clean-up, facilitation and participation in all activities for an audience of children, adults and family activitiesTalk with Guests of all agesLook for Guest interactions while displaying boundless amounts of energy and enthusiasmLearn and perform scripted material and choreographyPerform meet and greet functions in the lobby/atrium during Guest embarkation and disembarkationPerform meet and greet functions in front of Walt Disney Theatre at the start and conclusion of events within the theatre; provide help to Guests needing special assistance; assist with 'show stops' if necessaryHost activities, games and trivia contests during televised sporting events, and Youth Activities programsSupport recreational activities on Disney Castaway Cay/ Disney Lookout Cay as scheduledHelp maintain appropriate Guest flow in all areas onboard, informing Guests of other onboard activities to ensure Guest participation; encourage program participation for all age groupsProvide an emotionally and physically safe environment for Guests of all agesConduct required sanitizing procedures based on USPH requirements when associated with appropriate programs and eventsAssist with dispatch of Port Adventures – meet Guests at assigned debark venue, spiel important excursion information, collect tickets and waivers and escort Guests to meet their appropriate vendor; escort Guests as the Disney quality representative, as scheduledMaintain stock and help distribute departmental suppliesHelp promote Crew eventsFollow scripts, but also ad libPerform abbreviated shows based on weather conditions, safety issues, and Entertainment Management decisionsReport costume, technical, and maintenance needsPrepare and strike programs ensuring proper clean-up, inventory program consumables, maintain costumes and cleanliness and order for program storage spaces Basic Qualifications: Participation in the Audition/Interview process required Maintain Disney Character IntegrityPerform in environments that have pyrotechnics, chemical smoke, haze, fog, dry ice, and other special effectsMinimum two years experience working within a position that expresses hosting experience, stage experience and public speaking skillsMinimum two years experience in a public relations, entertainment, guest services, resort/recreational, camp, or related fieldRelate well to audiences of all ages and demographics while offering a passion for engaging an audience in entertaining program and eventMicrophone skills, team skills, detailed, flexible, and committed to Guest SatisfactionMust be able to entertain and command the attention of large groups of Guests of all agesWillingness to learn dance routines and to dance in a 'club' style setting Additional Information:
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**Disney Cruise Line is a drug-free workplace. All new hires are required to undergo drug/alcohol testing within the first week onboard and throughout their contracts. Failure to pass the drug/alcohol testing will result in immediate termination.
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