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CRUISETECHIES BLOG
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​​A blog for theatre techs (students and professionals) who want to find out more about
tech theatre CAREERS on cruise ships​


Everything for cruise ship theatre techs - all in one place.

CRUISE JOB SALARY UPDATE

5/9/2025

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How much can you earn working on a cruise ship? 
 
The pay may differ from what you may be paid working at a theatre on land, but remember, this is because you’re also getting your room, meals, utilities and other expenses provided for you.  So, unless you go on a crazy spending spree when you get into port – you’ll be storing away most of your wages for a later time.

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I posted about tech wages back in 2023, which you can see here: https://www.cruisetechies.com/cruisetechies-blog/job-types-and-wages
 
But here’s an update.


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WHERE CAN I LIVE IN THIS WORLD?

5/2/2025

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It seems there’s a lot of crazy things going on in the world these days.  Not to get into the politics of it all, but a friend recently told me about a friend who lives with their family in one country, but is afraid they are going to be sent back to their own country where there is a lot of unrest (to put it lightly).  She wondered whether it might be a good idea for her friend to get a job on a cruise ship, rather than go back to his country. 

​Of course, I can’t give any advice in that department, but, as you know, cruise ships hire people from all over the world, so I provided her with some cruise ship options, which I’m going to provide here for you too, in case you, or anyone you know may be in the same boat.
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​First, here’s a freebie for you. 


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WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED?

4/25/2025

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Ever wondered what qualifications you need to work in a theatre on a cruise ship?
 
Here’s some job description and qualification excerpts from a Disney Cruise Line job post for a Rigger/Stage Hand…
 



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NOT A CRUISE SHIP

4/18/2025

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No, that’s not a cruise ship behind my son and I.  It’s the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.  But, it’s as long as, if not longer than, a cruise ship, at 1560', and you definitely get your steps in!
 
No blog post today, because I’m in Houston for the FIRST Robotics Annual World Championship.  My son was in robotics throughout high school, and is now a team mentor.  As for me, I rose up through the volunteer ranks and am now a Judge Advisor.  As my other son says, I got a raise from $0 to $00!
 
I’ll be back next week with more cruise ship theatre job news!
 
Please Like and Comment – I’d love to hear about your other passions and endeavours too! Thanks!
 
Want to learn more about jobs in theatres on cruise ships?  Check out the Starboard Spotlight monthly newsletter.

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ARTIST AND EVENT MANAGEMENT FOR CRUISE SHIPS

4/11/2025

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​Maybe you don’t want to run tech for the shows.  Maybe you are interested in artist and/or event management on cruise ships. 
 
Watch Cruisetuber Tony, from La Lido Loca, as he gets a behind the scenes tour of a variety of venues on Royal Caribbean’s Explorer of the Seas, from “RetroDJ” Travis Brown and others.
 
You’ll find out about…


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FLIGHT OPTIONS FOR DISCOVERY CRUISES

4/4/2025

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When you book your Discovery Cruise you have the option that I can also book your flights with the cruise line, or you can book your own.  It may seem easier to just let the cruise line do it, and sometimes it’s seems like that’s a good deal (for instance, Norwegian often have ‘2nd passenger flies free’ offers).  

But, is it?


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DISCOVERY CRUISE GRANT PROGRAM

3/28/2025

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Help a Discovery Cruiser!
Become a Discovery Cruiser!

 
CruiseTechies is pleased to announce the
DISCOVERY CRUISE GRANT!
 
Have you been wanting to take a Discovery Cruise but can’t afford to?  This grant is for you!
  • Click here for all the details

And, if you’re in a position to help a tech theatre student enter into a rewarding career as a theatre technician on board a cruise ship (any donated amount adds up to a boat load of opportunity!), click here for all the details!
 
Please Like and Comment – I’d love to hear from you! Thanks!
 
Want to learn more?  Check out the Starboard Spotlight monthly newsletter.
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THEATRE TECHS GIVING BACK

3/21/2025

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​​Do you have the time and resources to give back?  Would you like to have the most life changing experience on a ship?  This isn’t about cruise ships, but about very unique and admirable ships; Mercy Ships.
 
Mercy Ships are hospital ships that are filled with state-of-the-art medical equipment and a volunteer crew of medical professionals who are “driven by mercy” to help make the world a better, healthier place for all.  Globally, 5 billion people lack access to safe surgery, and since over 50% of the world’s population lives near a coast, Mercy Ships are the best way to reach people in need. But where do you come in? How do theatre technicians fit into the world of operating theatres?


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THE WORLD’S FIRST FREE VISUAL CRUISE LOG – GET YOURS!

3/14/2025

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​Have you cruised in the past?  In a recent post I mentioned a digital 3-D globe that maps all of your cruises!  I wanted to share more about it with you, because it’s absolutely FREE!  You also get a lot of interesting statistics, such as how many total nautical miles you’ve sailed, how many days you’ve cruised, how many cruises you’ve done and on how many ships.
 
If – when! – you start working on cruise ships, you can…


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TECH WEEK - SAY NO MORE!

3/7/2025

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​Ahoy there!  Sorry, no blog post this week.  I’ve been in tech all week – say no more!
 
Designing lights for a local community theatre’s production of “Frozen Kids” – I know, that sounds really weird!
 
I’ll be back next week!

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