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Entertainment Technical Backstage & Automation Trainer

Carnival Corporation
Davie, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

The Backstage & Automation Trainer conducts Entertainment Technical training programs based on specific and comprehensive Backstage & Automation discipline curriculum, under limited supervision. Determines training objectives in coordination with management. Writes / reviews training programs including tiered course curriculums, handouts, and tests, and designs laboratory style practical exercises. Lectures on safety, project planning, installation, preventative maintenance, and repairs of Automation Systems, theatrical sets, props, Flying apparatuses, stage flooring etc. In addition, the Automation & Backstage Trainer administers written and practical examinations and authors performance reports to evaluate and document the trainee's progress and performance during their tour in Carnival Studios

Essential Functions :

  • Delivers group and individual instruction and instructor led trainings covering a range of policy / procedure, technical and operational curriculum in the specific field / discipline
  • Evaluate effectiveness of training and recommends any refining of training curriculum while researching and recommending development of training aids including training handbooks, demonstration models and multimedia visual aids
  • Maintain administrative training records for each trainee for the purpose development tracking
  • Perform inventory, maintenance to sets, props and other facility needs related to the operation
  • Coordinate with the Production Team for Setups on new shows and vessels. So this knowledge can be introduced to the existing curriculum
  • Work alongside Operations / Production divisions to incorporate improvements for general production including contributing to the technical inner workings of new productions via subject matter expert knowledge and best practices of the specific discipline
  • Deliver group style HR shipboard training sessions to shipboard team members at Carnival Studios
  • Monitor technical needs and orders via issuetrak related to Carnival Studios for Stage & Automation and Aerial
  • Participate in the recruitment of Entertainment Technicians alongside the Entertainment Casting & Booking Department as appropriate

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's Degree in Stage Management, Theatre, Theatre w / Design & Production
  • BA & BFA, Stage Management or Theatre preferred
  • 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified required
  • Strong computer skills (P / C Windows & Mac), knowledge of industry standard software / hardware, proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite required
  • Experience instructing in the field of stage management and production on cruise ships preferred
  • Experience operational usage of TAIT / Mechatronics systems or similar technologies preferred
  • Cruise industry experience / Theatrical Rigging preferred
  • Experience in a technical role, preferably as crew chief or automation technician preferred
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Strong teaching and facilitation skills, ability to assess training needs and objectives, comprehensive knowledge of curriculum within training plans, strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a diverse setting.
  • Basic knowledge of rigging, Automation systems used in the entertainment industry.
  • Navigator & Visual Stage preferred.
  • Rigging, Stage management, Stage carpentry, crew chief, Automation operation for Entertainment industry
  • Basic electric, technical theatre
  • Automation rigging construction and repair
  • Physical Demands : Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and / or computer for extended periods of time. Requires regular movement throughout CCL facilities. May need to stand for long periods of time. Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds.

    Travel : Less than 25% with shipboard travel likely

    Work Conditions : Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety / health hazard potential. Work may require employee to work inside and outside with exposure to changing climate and / or operate machinery. May be requested to work a different shift.

    This position is classified as "in-office."As an in-office role, it requires employees to work from a designated Carnival office in South Florida Tuesday through Thursday each week. Employees may work from their homes on Mondays and Fridays. Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami / Ft. Lauderdale area.

    Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience.

    At Carnival, your total rewards package is much more than your base salary. All non-sales roles participate in an annual cash bonus program, while sales roles have an incentive plan. Director and above roles may also be eligible to participate in Carnival's discretionary equity incentive plan.Plus, Carnival provides comprehensive and innovative benefits to meet your needs, including :

  • Health Benefits :
  • Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans

  • Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
  • Additional programs include company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
  • Financial Benefits :
  • 401(k) plan that includes a company match

  • Employee Stock Purchase plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Holidays - All full-time and part-time with benefits employees receive days off for 8 company-wide holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays to be taken at the employee's discretion.

  • Vacation Time - All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days / year; director and above level start with 19 days / year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 84 hours / year. All employees gain additional vacation time with further tenure.
  • Sick Time - All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year. Part-time with benefits employees receive time off based on the number of hours they work, with a minimum of 60 hours each year.
  • Other Benefits
  • Complementary stand-by cruises, employee discounts on confirmed cruises, plus special rates for family and friends

  • Personal and professional learning and development resources including tuition reimbursement
  • On-site preschool program and wellness center at our Miami campus
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    About Us

    At Carnival Cruise Line, our mission is to consistently deliver safe, fun, and memorable vacations at a great value. As the world's most popular cruise line, we offer a variety of unique experiences across our fleet, ensuring that every voyage is filled with excitement and discovery. From world-class entertainment and gourmet dining to exploring stunning destinations, we create lasting memories for our guests while maintaining a dedication to the places we visit and the lives we touch.

    Join us and embark on a career that offers not only the chance to grow professionally but also the opportunity to be part of a global community that makes a difference.

    In addition to other duties / functions, this position requires full commitment and support for promoting ethical and compliant culture. More specifically, this position requires integrity, honesty, and respectful treatment of others, as well as a willingness to speak up when they see misconduct or have concerns.

    Carnival Corporation & plc and Carnival Cruise Line is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. In this regard, it does not discriminate against any qualified individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, mental, physical or sensory disability, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state, federal, and / or international law.

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