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American Cruise Lines

Cruise Director

Mount Vernon, VA · On-site

Cruise Director American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is ... Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time. * Ability to use stairs ...

ASM Global

Chef | Jiffy Lube Live

Bristow, VA · On-site

... directed by the General Manager- Concessions and Regional Executive Chef. * Set up of non-food ... On Site ( Jiffy Lube Live/Bristow,VA ) PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are ...

Legacy Health Care

Rehab Director- SLP

Richmond, VA · On-site

Live a Legacy. As a Rehab Director with Legacy Healthcare Services, you serve as the primary Legacy representative at the facility, promoting Legacy policies, clinical programs and supporting our ...

Legacy Health Care

Rehab Director- PT

Yorktown, VA · On-site

Live a Legacy. As a Rehab Director with Legacy Healthcare Services, you serve as the primary Legacy representative at the facility, promoting Legacy policies, clinical programs and supporting our ...

VHC Health

CVT , Medical Director

Arlington, VA · On-site

$250K - $552K/yr

NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country. * Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery. * Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate ...

Anytime Fitness

Coaching Director

Lovingston, VA · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Vision insurance The coaching director works remotely to grow our coaching portfolio. Travel to ... You are a process-oriented leader who gets excited about helping our members live a healthy ...

Anytime Fitness

Coaching Director

Windsor, VA · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Vision insurance The coaching director works remotely to grow our coaching portfolio. Travel to ... You are a process-oriented leader who gets excited about helping our members live a healthy ...

Anytime Fitness

Coaching Director

Richmond, VA · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Vision insurance The coaching director works remotely to grow our coaching portfolio. Travel to ... You are a process-oriented leader who gets excited about helping our members live a healthy ...

Anytime Fitness

Coaching Director

Ashland, VA · On-site

$55K - $85K/yr

Vision insurance The coaching director works remotely to grow our coaching portfolio. Travel to ... You are a process-oriented leader who gets excited about helping our members live a healthy ...

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What is a live director?

A Live Director is a professional responsible for overseeing and directing live broadcasts, such as television shows, sporting events, concerts, or news programs. They coordinate technical crews, camera operators, and on-air talent to ensure the production runs smoothly and on schedule. Live Directors make real-time decisions about camera angles, shot selection, and timing, often under high-pressure situations. Their goal is to deliver a seamless and engaging live experience to viewers.

How does a live director typically collaborate with other broadcast team members during a live production?

A Live Director works closely with a variety of team members, including camera operators, technical directors, audio engineers, and on-air talent to ensure a seamless live broadcast. Communication is constant, often through intercom systems, as the Live Director cues cameras, manages shot selection, and adapts to real-time changes or unexpected events. This role requires staying calm under pressure and making quick decisions to maintain broadcast quality. Collaboration and clear communication are essential to synchronize the team's efforts and deliver a cohesive viewer experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a live director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Live Director, you need strong expertise in live event production, video switching, camera direction, and often a background in broadcast or media studies. Familiarity with technical systems such as video switchers, intercoms, broadcast software (like vMix or OBS), and sometimes certifications in broadcast operations are typical requirements. Outstanding multitasking, quick decision-making, and clear communication are crucial soft skills for managing live teams and responding to real-time challenges. These abilities are vital for ensuring seamless, high-quality live broadcasts and effectively leading crews under pressure.

What is the difference between Live Director vs Camera Operator?

AspectLive DirectorCamera Operator
CredentialsExperience in directing live broadcasts, sometimes certifications in broadcast productionTraining in camera operation, technical skills, sometimes certifications in video production
Work EnvironmentControl room or production studio during live eventsOn-location or studio, operating cameras during live shoots
Industry UsageTelevision, live streaming, event broadcastingTelevision, film, live events, sports

The Live Director oversees the entire broadcast, making real-time decisions and coordinating camera feeds, while the Camera Operator focuses on capturing footage as directed. Both roles are essential in live production, but the Live Director has a supervisory role, whereas the Camera Operator executes the technical filming tasks.

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Cruise Director

American Cruise Lines

Mount Vernon, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Cruise Director
American Cruise Lines, the largest USA flagged cruise line in the United States, is looking to add Cruise Directors to our shipboard team for our 2026 season. American Cruise Lines only operates within the United States and has no more than 200 passenger vessels that create a one-of-a-kind small ship experience. With newly constructed vessels being added to our fleet, it is a great opportunity to join our shipboard management team.
The Cruise Director is the most visible advocate for guests and is responsible for creating a fun atmosphere onboard while always engaging guests through a series of activities, shows, events, presentations and socializing throughout the cruise. The Cruise Director manages the entertainment, presentations, activities, events and communications on board. This leadership role requires an energetic, creative, talented individual with previous cruise/resort experience, extraordinarily polished presentation skills, collaborative approach, team spirit, and a passion for guest satisfaction. The Cruise Director reports to the Hotel Manager.
At American Cruise Lines, we are driven by our values-Optimism, Commitment, Patriotism, and Merit. These values shape our culture, our service, and our people, guiding us as we work together to Share America's Story on the Finest American Ships.
Responsibilities:
  • Schedule and execute engaging entertainment, enrichment and activity programs that enhance and elevate the guest experience.
  • Effectively communicate to guests via the shipboard daily program, television, stage, public address system and one-on-one interaction and socialization.
  • Socialize with guests at every opportunity including, but not limited to, mealtimes and cocktail hour.
  • Greet guests as they depart for and return from shore excursions.
  • Make daily Noon announcement/update; make every effort to make all PA announcements as the "voice" of the cruise.
  • Meet with Excursions Director, Guest Speakers, Guest Instructors and Resident Entertainers at the start of every cruise to review scheduling.
  • Create the daily Ship to Shore.
  • Host Officer Introduction and Excursion Briefing.
  • Assist in the delivery of the Safety Briefing with the Captain.
  • Ensure lounges are prepared for activities, events, presentations and shows (lounge configuration, A/V requirements, etc.).
  • Confirm entertainers 48-hours in advance; assist entertainers and onboard speaker's A/V needs.
  • Create and update bulletin board daily.
  • Work with Excursions Director to prepare folders and materials for turnaround day.
  • Act as company representative at pre-cruise hotels on turnaround day.
  • Promote onboard sales and brand loyalty by hosting re-booking events.
  • Oversee proper VIP guest service delivery.
  • Communicate and report regularly to the Home Office as to the status of the cruise, guest issues and recovery, and the evaluations of Guest Speakers, Instructors and Entertainers.
  • Perform bartending duties as needed with other management personnel.

Qualifications:
  • Cruise ship experience preferred, but candidates with upscale hotel/resort experience will be considered.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • Extremely polished speaking/presentation skills required.
  • Strong interpersonal and social skills required.
  • Strong critical thinking skills required.
  • Must possess a strong sense of production and presentation.
  • Basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment required.
  • Must be enthusiastic, outgoing, confident, and always have a can-do attitude.
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail.
  • Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
  • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.

Attributes for Success:
  • Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise.
  • Superior time management.
  • Ability to manage and solve problems.
  • Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests.
  • Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback.

Work Schedule:
  • 7 Days per week while onboard the ship.
  • 6 to 8 weeks working and living onboard the ship / 1 to 2 weeks off.
  • This is a full-time, exempt position.

Essential Functions:
  • Ships experience forces from wind, waves, and currents, prompting them to exhibit six distinct motions known as ship motions. The six motions are surge, sway, heave, roll, pitch, and yaw. This position requires the ability to live and satisfactorily perform job duties in an environment that is subject to constant motion.
  • Ability to work around 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to assist in the event of an on-board emergency by quickly climbing up a ladder, opening, and passing through a 20" diameter hatch.
  • Ability to stand for your entire shift.
  • Ability to frequently lift up to 20 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to frequently bend, squat and reach.
  • Ability to live and work on board a vessel for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to use stairs frequently.

Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive daily rate.
  • Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match.
  • Covered Expenses: American Cruise Lines provides travel, room and board, uniforms, and training.

Applicant Acknowledgment
By proceeding to apply for the above position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the description of the job position for which I am applying, I agree that it accurately reflects the essential functions of the position, and I represent that I can complete the essential functions of the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
American Cruise Lines is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. ‎American Cruise Lines bases all employment decisions on business needs, job requirements, and individual ‎qualifications without regard to protected characteristics, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin and citizenship, age (40 and over), disability (including perceived disability), generic information, military service, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law. ‎This policy applies to all aspects of employment and employment decisions, including, but not limited to, ‎hiring, selection, job assignment, training, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access ‎to benefits.‎
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This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position and such duties and responsibilities may change without notice.

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