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About RWS Global
Founded in 2003, RWS Global is the worldwide leader in live moments, bringing to life unforgettable in-person experiences on land and at sea.
RWS Global combines the best-of-the-best talent, visionary creative and know-how to make every live experience exceptional. Services include concept and design, show production, seasonal experiences, talent recruitment, AV & technical, music & media, fitness & wellbeing, retail & merchandising, costume design & build, leased experiences and guest acts. RWS also operates RWS Studios UK, which offers over 4,000 square meters of dance studios, vocal rooms, creative and meeting spaces, a two-tier costume shop and more.
RWS Global is the go-to partner of some of the largest parks, resorts, cruise lines, destinations and brands in the world, including Haven, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Marella Cruises, MSC Cruises, P&O Cruises, Roompot, TUI Group and Warner Bros. To learn more, visit rwsglobal.com.
RWS Global, with its subsidiaries RWS, RWS Sports, JRA and ARC, provides ideation, design, technical, casting and operation services to create extraordinary entertainment, live events, exhibits, destinations, décor and brand attractions. As the world’s largest full-service provider of attractions and experiences, RWS Global delivers more than a million live moments daily and provides more than 8,000 career opportunities each year.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Entertainment Technical Manager, the Senior Lighting Technician will support the Entertainment Technical Team in delivering all lighting and video related technical aspects of the entertainment programme onboard the ship
The Entertainment Technical team consists of an Entertainment Technical Manager, Broadcast Manager, 3 Senior Technicians (Sound, Lighting and Stage Manager) and 5 Entertainment Technicians. The Entertainment Technical team is part of the Entertainment Department, which also includes of a team of Entertainment Hosts, Show Cast Members, a Children’s Host team, as well as a Musical Director and team of Resident Musicians
The Entertainment Department is directed and coordinated by the Cruise Director and Assistant Cruise Director. As the Senior Technician in charge of lighting onboard, your primary task is operating the lighting and video equipment for the production shows within the Broadway Show Lounge. You will also ensure that all other venue’s lighting equipment is kept well maintained and functioning to the highest standards during your tenure onboard. This includes daily technical and rehearsal runs for all shows and visiting artists
You will also be responsible, together with the Stage Manager and other Technicians, for the set-up of the lighting equipment and the building and striking of the theatre scenery when necessary
You will support the Entertainment Technical Manager with any technical issues around the ship and support with the training and development of other Technicians in the field of lighting operation, programming and maintenance. Duties include weekly and monthly maintenance schedules as directed by the Entertainment Technical Manager with general repairs and upkeep of entertainment technical assets onboard being a key part of this role
On occasion, you may be required to operate lighting and AV for events out with the main theatre, this would be as and when directed by the Entertainment Technical Manager to support the technical operation and business needs
As a member of the Entertainment Department, a position of responsibility will be held with regards to emergency procedures, guest mustering and drills; specific training will be received regarding this, both prior to joining and regularly on board
You are an ambassador of RWS Global and Marella Cruises
Responsibilities
To deliver the entertainment lighting requirements onboard to the highest standards
Operate the lighting and AV systems in the theatre and other entertainment venues
To create and enhance the guest experience on board making sure all events are delivered at the highest technical standard possible
To ensure that the RWS Global’s show product is always delivered in its integrity and up to the agreed standard after the install period. No re-programming or creative lighting changes should be made without prior permission from RWS Global HQ
Ensure all additional and show specific lighting plots are consistently delivered and accurate
To programme and operate lighting for the visiting artists’ shows
Repair set and scenery lighting if necessary
To assist with all staging aspects and show set-ups within the theatre as directed
To take ownership and responsibility for all lighting requirements both in the theatre and in the other venues around the ship
To ensure events and rehearsals start on time and all technical requirements from the Musicians and Production Performers are met
To follow the Entertainment Technical Manager’s instructions and work schedules and ensure all work is carried out safely, ef
About the Company
RWS Global is the world leader in groundbreaking live moments across entertainment and sports, creating customized guest experiences spanning theatrical productions, live events, immersive destinations, multimedia, consumer products and more. RWS Global is headquartered in New York, London, Cincinnati, Shanghai, Orlando, Sydney and Riyadh with dedicated RWS Studios in NYC and the UK to serve its vast talent pipeline and client base. With a focus on entertainment and sports experiences, RWS Global serves major brands and co...
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