Cruise Director Resume

The cruise director takes care of the hospitality and entertainment needs of the guests. Though he is not a technical person, the safety of the cruise ship, passengers, and the crew members still rests on him. He plans and coordinates events and offers a fun-filled experience to the guests during the journey on the ship. To be able to serve as a cruise director, you must be an assertive leader with multitasking ability. Sometimes, there is also a possibility that passengers and coworkers may vent their anger on the director due to frustration. At such times, you must be able to demonstrate high level of patience and maturity. If you are ready for this glamorous, but stressful position, help yourself with this sample resume.

Christopher Marlowe
25 th Lane Avenue, Near New Church
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
Home: 00658-21589-98754
Cell: 00125-4587-9685
Email: marlowe.christoper@anymail.com

Career Objective:
A skilled, talented and professional Cruise Director with more than seven years of experience in the cruise industry seeking a similar position to utilize my skills and proficiency in handling public relations.

Professional Strengths:

• Familiar with the International Safety Management procedures and security measures
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to organize entertainment and special programs for on-board passengers
• Possess profound knowledge of basic operating systems
• Possess strong management and organizational skills
• Capable of working under pressure and for long hours

Professional Experience:

Cruise Director
Paradise Shipping, Pittsburgh
2012 - present

• Organizing various entertainment shows, and working with choreographers, and entertainers
• Handling administrative tasks like answering questions from guests, disseminating information about daily events
• Overseeing passenger activities and the development of entertainment programs
• Supervising and monitoring staff performance of entire departments in the cruise ship
• Attending various on-board courses on issues like hygiene, safety and harassment
• Organizing VIP gatherings like Cruise Critic on-board parties and ship-organized events
• Directing passenger services from public announcement to welcome board
• Solving customer problems and keeping staff informed about the appropriate code of conduct to be following when working with their fellow crew members and guests

Assistant Crew Director
PL Shipping Inc., Pittsburgh, PA
2009 - 2012

• Assisted cruise director in handling passenger's welfare and comfort
• Offered support in supervising and managing cruise staff
• Hosted various events and shows
• Assisted cruise hostess in welcoming the passengers at the port
• Assisted in the daily activities of the passengers and coordinated major evening events
• Interacted with passengers and answered their questions
• Kept travel logs, and tracked traveling schedule, accidents, disputes, injuries and major events
• Communicated with the corporate headquarters for support and direction as required

Cruise Staff
Viking Shipping, Pittsburgh, PA
2007 - 2009

• Managed visual/audio equipment for conducting entertainment programs
• Responded to passengers queries and assisted them in moving from their cabins
• Entertained passengers to ensure that they have a good experience during their journey
• Assisted in completing clerical and organizational tasks
• Participated with passengers in all types of sports and recreational activities
• Instructed passengers on board about safety precautions

Education:
Bachelor Degree in Public Relations
Sea Hawk College,Pittsburgh, PA
2006

Reference:
Available on request.