Manager, Music Direction

• Design and execute Carnival’s music portfolio, including live and recorded music and the industry recognized DJ program
• Manage Carnival’s specialized music rehearsal process
• Design, execute, and maintain fleet background music program across the fleet
• Ensure the efficient operation of the music rehearsal program at Carnival Studios
• Maintain Carnival’s engaging musical acts through strategic fleet audits and ship visits
• Partner with the Creative team to generate innovative and engaging ideas, activities, and experiences onboard
• Partner with Casting and Booking leadership to plan and manage the primary schedule for rehearsals and onboard contracts
• Oversee Carnival’s royalty payment responsibilities
• Research and maintain awareness of industry trends
• Provide strong leadership to the shoreside entertainment/ music team
• Lead and mentor Fleet Supervisors
• Manage the shipboard team of Fleet Music Managers, Music Managers and musicians
• Support the development of shoreside teams
• Promote Carnival’s expected behaviors
• Partner with Casting and Booking teams to identify and recruit top talent for musicians and DJs
• Support the growth of talented team members
• Implement training and best practices
• Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into team meetings and day to day operation
• Work with other Entertainment departments to support the alignment and consistency of shipboard entertainment across the fleet
• Work with entertainment teams and shoreside directors to align strategies with broader business goals
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Review and refine safety practices
• Ensure full compliance with company policies and procedures
• Protect personal information and support background checks for all vendors, partners, and contractors
• Ensure the adherence of the immigration laws and regulations for each country
• Leverage data and analytics to inform decisions and refine programs based on performance insights
• Conduct ship visits and maintain open communication with shipboard teams
• Regularly analyze sentiment to identify patterns and trends
• Prepare and propose financial plans including operating and capital plan exceeding $45M
• Oversee purchasing and maintenance of all musical equipment within budget
• Partner with Sourcing, Procurement, Purchasing, Legal, and Compliance teams to develop strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships
• Manage personal and direct reports’ travel arrangements and expenses

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance, Music Business and/or Education, Entertainment Management
• 5-7+ years’ experience in a leadership role in a music institution
• Thorough knowledge of musical repertoire and/or various music performance techniques
• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets using tools like Excel, SQL, and data visualization software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Clarabridge, AirTable)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, with advanced skills in Excel, Word Power Point
• Experience with music software, scheduling software, and guest satisfaction surveys a plus
• Experience managing music operations on a large-scale
• A comprehensive understanding of the performance process from rehearsal to final product
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
• Less than 25% travel with shipboard travel likely
• Candidates must be located in (or willing to relocate to) the Miami/Ft. Lauderdale area

Experience with music software, scheduling software, and guest satisfaction surveys a plus

• Cost-effective medical, dental and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program and other mental health resources
• Company paid term life insurance and disability coverage
• 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
• Vacation Time – All full-time employees at the manager and below level start with 14 days/year
• Sick Time – All full-time employees receive 80 hours of sick time each year
• 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 Fitness center at our Miami campus