American Cruise Lines
Overview
American Cruise Lines, the world’s leading small ship cruise line, is adding onboard Historians and Destination Speakers to enhance the guest experience.
Our guests enjoy destination-focused adventures that explore the history, culture, and natural scenery of each port visited.
General Qualifications
Extremely polished public speaking skillset Excellent presentation ability Extremely knowledgeable about the history, geography, ecology, ports of call, and other points of interest on the cruise itinerary Strong interpersonal and social skills Strong sense of production and presentation Enthusiastic, outgoing, confident, friendly, sociable, service‑minded, and always with a can‑do attitude Excellent time‑management and attention to detail
Regional Minimum Requirements West Coast Itineraries ( Puget Sound & Alaska )
Marine wildlife, glaciers and ice fields, Native American & Alaskan Native cultures, geology, forests & ecosystems, exploration & settlement, and the fishing & seafood industry
West Coast Itineraries ( The Columbia & Snake Rivers )
Lewis & Clark, Native American culture, geology, wildlife & ecology, wine & agriculture, hydropower & dams, Mt. St. Helens, the Oregon Trail, and river navigation
Mississippi River ( Upper or Lower, Ohio, Tennessee & Cumberland Rivers )
Upper or lower: civil war & historic battles, the Louisiana purchase, agriculture & industry, river navigation, music & cultural contributions, culinary traditions, native American cultures, mark twain & literature, floods & river management, and architecture & historic homes
East Coast Itineraries ( New England )
colonial history, maritime heritage, revolutionary war, lighthouses & navigation, literary & artistic contributions, lobstering & fishing industry, architectural styles, whaling, and culinary traditions
East Coast Itineraries ( Chesapeake Bay )
jamestown, winchester & early american history, native american cultures, maritime heritage, revolutionary war, war of 1812, civil war & crabbing & oystering
East Coast Itineraries ( The Historic South )
colonial & antebellum history, civil war, revolutionary war, gullah culture & heritage, architectural styles & historic homes, southern literature, civil rights movement, maritime history, southern culinary traditions & southern gardens & horticulture
East Coast Itineraries ( Florida )
spanish exploration, native american history, the everglades & ecosystems, pirates & maritime history, marine wildlife, hemingway & literature, architectural styles, hurricanes & weather patterns
Great Lakes Itineraries
native american cultures, french & british exploration, war of 1812, maritime heritage & shipwrecks, lighthouses & navigation, immigration & industry, architecture & historic cities, music & artistic contributions, culinary traditions & wildlife & ecology
Attributes for Success
Passion for building relationships and speaking about American history Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback Basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment
Work Schedule
7 days per week while onboard the ship Weeks working and living onboard the ship vary depending on candidate availability and regional needs
Responsibilities
Provide daily formal presentations (45‑60 minutes each) supported by PowerPoint visuals Provide narration/commentary while the ship is underway from port to port during daylight hours, broadcast over the ship’s PA system to public lounges, outer decks and into guest staterooms Present daily 15‑20 minute port previews and Q&A for all ports of call included on the cruise.
At a minimum, information should include: Founding/naming of the city/town Anything related to major American battles nearby, if any Fun facts of the city/town including docking information and what to do when walking around and exploring Connections to local culture or indigenous people, when applicable Any materials/handouts/book recommendations of the area
Participate in daily hosting of shore excursions providing coach commentary when needed Dine with guests each evening Be available to guests throughout the day and evening for one‑on‑one chats and socialization Covered expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, along with room and board Job sites across the nation
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American Cruise Lines, the world’s leading small ship cruise line, is adding onboard Historians and Destination Speakers to enhance the guest experience.
Our guests enjoy destination-focused adventures that explore the history, culture, and natural scenery of each port visited.
General Qualifications
Extremely polished public speaking skillset Excellent presentation ability Extremely knowledgeable about the history, geography, ecology, ports of call, and other points of interest on the cruise itinerary Strong interpersonal and social skills Strong sense of production and presentation Enthusiastic, outgoing, confident, friendly, sociable, service‑minded, and always with a can‑do attitude Excellent time‑management and attention to detail
Regional Minimum Requirements West Coast Itineraries ( Puget Sound & Alaska )
Marine wildlife, glaciers and ice fields, Native American & Alaskan Native cultures, geology, forests & ecosystems, exploration & settlement, and the fishing & seafood industry
West Coast Itineraries ( The Columbia & Snake Rivers )
Lewis & Clark, Native American culture, geology, wildlife & ecology, wine & agriculture, hydropower & dams, Mt. St. Helens, the Oregon Trail, and river navigation
Mississippi River ( Upper or Lower, Ohio, Tennessee & Cumberland Rivers )
Upper or lower: civil war & historic battles, the Louisiana purchase, agriculture & industry, river navigation, music & cultural contributions, culinary traditions, native American cultures, mark twain & literature, floods & river management, and architecture & historic homes
East Coast Itineraries ( New England )
colonial history, maritime heritage, revolutionary war, lighthouses & navigation, literary & artistic contributions, lobstering & fishing industry, architectural styles, whaling, and culinary traditions
East Coast Itineraries ( Chesapeake Bay )
jamestown, winchester & early american history, native american cultures, maritime heritage, revolutionary war, war of 1812, civil war & crabbing & oystering
East Coast Itineraries ( The Historic South )
colonial & antebellum history, civil war, revolutionary war, gullah culture & heritage, architectural styles & historic homes, southern literature, civil rights movement, maritime history, southern culinary traditions & southern gardens & horticulture
East Coast Itineraries ( Florida )
spanish exploration, native american history, the everglades & ecosystems, pirates & maritime history, marine wildlife, hemingway & literature, architectural styles, hurricanes & weather patterns
Great Lakes Itineraries
native american cultures, french & british exploration, war of 1812, maritime heritage & shipwrecks, lighthouses & navigation, immigration & industry, architecture & historic cities, music & artistic contributions, culinary traditions & wildlife & ecology
Attributes for Success
Passion for building relationships and speaking about American history Ability to engage guests throughout each cruise Sense of urgency in all guest, crew, and home office requests Positive attitude and receptive to continuous performance feedback Basic knowledge of audio/visual equipment
Work Schedule
7 days per week while onboard the ship Weeks working and living onboard the ship vary depending on candidate availability and regional needs
Responsibilities
Provide daily formal presentations (45‑60 minutes each) supported by PowerPoint visuals Provide narration/commentary while the ship is underway from port to port during daylight hours, broadcast over the ship’s PA system to public lounges, outer decks and into guest staterooms Present daily 15‑20 minute port previews and Q&A for all ports of call included on the cruise.
At a minimum, information should include: Founding/naming of the city/town Anything related to major American battles nearby, if any Fun facts of the city/town including docking information and what to do when walking around and exploring Connections to local culture or indigenous people, when applicable Any materials/handouts/book recommendations of the area
Participate in daily hosting of shore excursions providing coach commentary when needed Dine with guests each evening Be available to guests throughout the day and evening for one‑on‑one chats and socialization Covered expenses – American Cruise Lines provides travel to and from your assigned vessel, along with room and board Job sites across the nation
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