Azamara Cruises | Broadcast Manager

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Cruise Director, the Broadcast Manager is responsible for the planning, delivery, and oversight of all onboard television and radio programming throughout the vessel. Programming consists of a combination of pre‑recorded and live content distributed via shipboard broadcast and public address systems.

Television and radio content sources include satellite programming, terrestrial broadcasts, pre‑recorded media, and live feeds. Live content may originate from satellite sources or from lectures, presentations, and entertainment events taking place onboard the ship.

Radio programming includes satellite and terrestrial radio broadcasts as well as pre‑recorded content. This programming supports in‑cabin music channels and background music distributed throughout public areas via the ship’s PA system, ensuring consistent quality and coverage across all guest and crew spaces.

• In accordance with Azamara Cruises’ Go Further Standards, conduct oneself in a professional and courteous manner at all times. This includes physical and verbal interactions with guests, fellow shipboard employees, and behavior in guest‑contact and crew areas.

• Direct, coach, support, supervise, and evaluate the performance of the Broadcast Operator in conjunction with the Cruise Director, ensuring consistent execution of broadcast standards and operational expectations.
• Manage the day‑to‑day operation of the ship’s broadcast systems and ensure consistent service delivery across all platforms.

• Assist in the formulation of television and radio broadcast schedules.
• Execute television and radio broadcast schedules, ensuring accurate start times, broadcast continuity, and consistent quality.
• Tune satellite and terrestrial broadcasts and load, cue, and initiate pre‑recorded content as required.
• Manage the operation of the ship’s ITV Network and all related components in collaboration with the Broadcast Operator.
• Monitor and support satellite reception systems, including basic antenna tracking functions, to help ensure reliable television and radio signal acquisition and continuity.

• Create broadcast programming as required, including shooting, editing, mixing, and preparing lectures, activities, shows, and informational content for live or recorded playback, using professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date inventory of all video programming and content assets.
• Create and update presentation content (e.g., PowerPoint displays) used for daily schedules, activity highlights, special promotions, weather updates, and other guest information.
• Operate and maintain familiarity with onboard camera systems and related production equipment, including the Sony FX30 and Sony and Panasonic cameras used in the cabaret, to support recording and playback needs.
• Video, PA & Event Support:
• Oversee and monitor shipwide video presentations to ensure proper functionality and quality.
• Oversee and monitor the ship’s PA system, ensuring clarity, appropriate volume levels, and coverage throughout public areas.
• Oversee video‑related requirements and technical setups for special groups, activities, and onboard events in collaboration with the A/V Manager.
• Support live video switching, routing, and streaming workflows for onboard events and presentations, including use of systems such as the Blackmagic ATEM SDI Pro when applicable.

• Maintain complete records of broadcast equipment failures and initiate repair or replacement requests as necessary.
• Track equipment repairs, replacements, and returns to service, ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Maintain inventory records for all broadcast equipment and supplies.
• Maintain detailed operational documentation regarding the status of broadcast systems and areas, providing formal handover notes to successors.
• Submit required reports and documentation to shipboard management and the corporate office on the first day of each month for archiving.