Entertainment DJ - Resident Performer

Department: Entertainment

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: New York, New York, Global

Key Responsibilities

•  Perform professional DJ sets during sailaways, poolside programming, nightclub operations, deck parties, themed events, and other scheduled activities.
•  May be scheduled for up to six performance hours per day, in accordance with the Maritime Labour Convention and company scheduling standards.
•  Curate music programming appropriate to audience demographics, venue atmosphere, itinerary, and brand standards.
•  Read audience dynamics and adjust music selections, tempo, and energy levels to maximize guest engagement.
•  Incorporate guest song requests seamlessly whenever operationally appropriate.
•  Serve as an approachable, visible ambassador of the Entertainment department, engaging with guests during events and throughout the ship.
•  Provide musical support, atmosphere, and energy for game shows, themed parties, and special events.
•  Partner with Entertainment leadership to execute scheduled activities, and assist with promotional efforts to drive awareness and attendance.
•  Maintain and operate DJ equipment and audio playback systems, conducting sound checks and equipment testing as required.
•  Maintain and utilize a professional music library — music and performance content acquired and managed by the DJ — to support onboard programming and guest requests.
•  Ensure all music programming aligns with company content guidelines and brand positioning.
•  Maintain compliance with all safety, security, maritime, and company policies and procedures. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

•  Minimum of five years of experience as a professional DJ performing in live entertainment environments.
•  Demonstrated experience providing music programming for private events, corporate functions, weddings, galas, and other upscale guest-focused events.
•  Proven ability to perform for diverse audiences across a variety of settings, including high-energy nightlife, dance clubs, themed parties, and social events.
•  Experience incorporating guest requests while maintaining the overall flow and atmosphere of an event.
•  Experience operating professional DJ equipment, digital music libraries, and audio playback systems.
•  Comfortable hosting on and off microphone.
•  Strong customer service and interpersonal skills gained through direct guest interaction.
•  Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

•  Successful completion of at least one contract aboard a cruise ship in a DJ and Host capacity.
•  Previous experience as a host, emcee, activities host, or other guest-facing entertainment role on a cruise ship.
•  Experience supporting themed events, deck parties, trivia, game shows, and interactive entertainment programming.
•  Experience working within the cruise, hospitality, resort, tourism, or live entertainment industries.
•  Experience collaborating with performers, musicians, technicians, and entertainment teams.