Production Staff

Online Audition Application

Orlando, FL - Production Services Interviews

Orlando, FL, USA 03 Oct 2026 Invited Call

From spotlight cues to show control systems, every great production starts behind the scenes. At Princess Cruises, we deliver world-class entertainment across our fleet through spectacular theatrical productions, live music venues, and multimedia guest experiences. Our onboard technical teams bring these programs to life through cutting-edge lighting, audio, video, stage automation, and production services while sailing to destinations across the globe.


Join the Princess Cruises recruiting team on October 3, 2026 in Orlando for a chance to learn about our entertainment operations and see how you can be a part of the team that makes it all happen. Whether you're an experienced entertainment technician or a student preparing to enter the industry, our recruiting team is ready to help you explore how you can take your skills onboard as Stage Crew, APM Audio, APM Lighting, Senior Production Manager, and more.


Event Details:


Info Session and Q&A: 11 AM to 11:45 AM

Learn about the Princess Cruises brand and all available opportunities within the entertainment team including Stage Staff, Activity Staff, Youth Staff, Cruise Directors, and more.


1-on-1 interviews with our technical recruiter: 12 PM to 5 PM

To be considered for an interview, please apply below. Spots are limited, and selected candidates will receive appointment details beginning August 17, 2026. All submissions must be in by October 1, 2026.


If you're ready to take your technical theatre or live event production career beyond the traditional stage, we'd love to see you in Orlando!

Job Description

Senior Production Managers oversee all production show elements including lighting, audio, video, automation/rigging, scenery, performer flying, and show rehearsals. They lead a team of professionals delivering cutting-edge technical production for industry-leading Broadway-style shows, live musicians, and world-class entertainers.


Our Sr. Production Managers oversee state-of-the-art venues equipped with the latest in theatre technology, lavish set-pieces, spectacular costumes, and industry standard lighting, sound, and video tools, to deliver our dynamic and engaging entertainment program to guests onboard our fleet of modern vessels across the globe.


Show-calling and overseeing all production requirements, from lighting and sound to video, pyrotechnics, and stage automation, for our portfolio of 39 original production shows as well as a wide variety of fly-on guest entertainers are just part of the SPM's role onboard. You will manage a team of up to 20 production staff, technicians, and assistant managers, each with their own professional experience and expertise, with the task of maintaining a consistent and outstanding Entertainment offering.


Our Senior Production Managers also take prime responsibility for the safety of cast, crew, and guests in our many and varied indoor and outdoor venues around each ship. Risk assessments, chemical and inventory management, and scheduling for the entire production department will also be among your daily tasks.


A strong background and a minimum of 3 years' professional experience in theatre or live event industries is essential with formal training or previous experience in professional stage management and musical theatre desired. Applicants should have a good understanding of entertainment technical systems, meticulous organizational skills, great communication, an ability to lead from the front, and a desire to inspire and motivate a diverse and multi-cultural team.

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