Are you passionate about media and creating unforgettable experiences? Join Carnival UK’s Entertainment Development Department as an Entertainment Media Executive, and play a key role in developing and delivering engaging media experiences for two of the most exciting and respected brands in the cruise industry—P&O Cruises and Cunard Lines.

As an Entertainment Media Executive, you will be responsible for driving and developing onboard entertainment media products, both new and existing, including Film, TV, Streaming, VOD, Digital Signage, Sports Broadcasts, and media based events. You will ensure that clear development plans for each brand are created, communicated, and delivered in line with the wider Entertainment vision.

This pivotal role will involve:

Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement best practices across both brands, ensuring effective product delivery, cost management, and innovation. Product Development: Support the creation of an effective development cycle to achieve CUK's strategic plan, continuously improving the entertainment media offering while balancing cost, quality, and operational constraints. Cost Management: Create and maintain accurate costing data for all media-related budget lines, including current and future developments. Innovation: Actively seek and develop new opportunities for Cunard and P&O Cruises' media entertainment programs, aligning with the department's vision. People Management: Effectively communicate individual brand objectives, motivate the wider team, and contribute to development and training of media systems for onboard teams. Budget Management: Work with the Entertainment Innovation Manager and the Finance Department to build and manage Entertainment operational budgets and investment for product development and special event media content. Revenue Maximization: Identify opportunities to maximize onboard and pre-ticket sales revenue in collaboration with the Entertainment Planning and Development, Onboard Revenue, and Brand Marketing teams. Technical and Professional Responsibilities: Support the commissioning of new products, ensure content differentiation, and stay informed about current and emerging media trends. Administration Responsibilities: Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills, ensure legal compliance, and maintain clear communication with internal and external stakeholders. Flexibility and Travel: Undertake evening and/or weekend duties as required by the department's operational needs, and conduct overseas visits and ship visits as directed by the Entertainment Innovation Manager

This role is positioned at CUK10 level within our organization and is available on a full-time, permanent basis. We offer hybrid work including up to two days from home.

What You'll Bring

Your unique background and skills are what will make you stand out. We're looking for:

 

High level of PC literacy, particularly to support presentation skills and analysis.  Proven experience in media development within a professional environment catering to a diverse guest demographic.  Experience in a similar role within the cruise, live entertainment, or broadcast industry.  Demonstrable knowledge of current and emerging trends in media entertainment.  Strong written and verbal communication skills.  Experience in dealing with third-party creative partners.  Expertise in media and film programming 

Application Guidance

Diversity is our strength, and we encourage applications from those with varied experiences, whether you meet every listed requirement or not. If you’re passionate about our guests’ experience and looking for an opportunity to grow, we’d love to hear from you. 

Why Join Us?

Working with us means more than just a role in the guest experience sector. It’s about being part of a team that values well-being and personal growth. Here’s what we offer:

Employee Discounted Cruising plus Friends and Family offers Annual bonus Minimum 25 days leave, bank holiday allowance and holiday trading scheme Recognition scheme with prizes and awards Regular office events including live entertainment, lifestyle events and charity partner fundraisers Extensive learning and development opportunities Employee-led networks Employee Assistance and Wellbeing programmes Company paid Health Cash Plan and health assessment In-house Occupational Health help and access to digital GP Life Assurance Parental and adoption leave Employee Shares Plan Electric Car and Cycle to Work schemes Onsite restaurant offering range of healthy cooked and grab and go meals Discounted retail and leisure via discounts portal Contributory Defined Contribution Pension scheme A friendly welcome with help settling in

Due to the popularity of our roles and our commitment to finding the best talent, we might close applications earlier than advertised. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become part of a team dedicated to creating unforgettable holiday happiness. Apply today to start your journey with us.

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