Supervisor, Pro DJs and Digital Music

About the role

The Supervisor, Pro DJ and Digital Music at Carnival is responsible for overseeing all recorded music and music videos played onboard the fleet, as well as managing the Pro DJ program, which includes the largest nightclub operation at sea. This role maintains the background music program, supervises digital music procurement, and ensures compliance with royalty agreements. The Supervisor also serves as the brand representative for Carnival’s DJ program, participating in specialty events and industry expos.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute the DJ training program for Pro and Host DJs
• Serve as brand representative for Carnival’s DJ program, including specialty events and industry expos and events
• Maintain the background music program and jointly supervise company’s royalty agreements
• Supervise and maintain the music library, and research latest music trends and hit songs to keep up with current crowd requests
• Manage the Fleet DJ Trainer schedule, updating CPS and securing cabins through OCMS
• Maintain fleet DJ inventory of laptops and equipment, including repair and maintenance
• Partner with Fleet Music Managers to support the onboard DJ program through training, equipment troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Provide shoreside leadership to onboard DJs, ensuring creative focus and good morale
• Develop training documents, organize training videos, and coach Music Managers
• Develop and communicate music department expectations, motivate DJs, and design career pathways and promotional opportunities
• Support the relevance of the DJ program by building and maintaining industry networks

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music, Music Production, Music Business, IT, or Marketing preferred
• Master’s Degree a plus
• Serato and Pioneer Certifications preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, with advanced skills in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance
• Capacity to be punctual and meet deadlines
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work as part of a team
• Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions and tasks
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Strong organizational skills with ability to set priorities and meet challenging deadlines
• Management skills – the ability to coach and develop team members
• Interpersonal skills, ability to give and receive constructive feedback
• Ability to multi-task, managing multiple projects at one time
• People management and conflict resolution skills required

Essential Experience

• 3-5 years of music/entertainment industry experience
• Cruise and/or hospitality industry preferred
• IT experience preferred