Job Description

Grand Voyage Arts & Crafts Artist

Application Deadline: 5 September 2026

Department: Entertainment

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: Global

Holland America Line is seeking a Resident Arts & Crafts Instructor for our 2027 Grand South American Voyage, sailing from January 3 - March 14, 2027. The Arts & Crafts Artist/Instructor leads hands-on classes on sea days as part of our onboard Entertainment and Enrichment program. Classes span jewelry making, beading, macrame, crochet, embroidery, hand-painted crafts, and paper-arts, with destination-inspired themes that rotate through the voyage. Classes are intended for beginner level, with many guests developing their skills and mastering their craft by the end of the voyage.

The ideal candidate is an experienced artist and craft teacher, warm, approachable, and equally at ease in front of a classroom, or in casual conversations with guests throughout the Grand Voyage. When not teaching classes, or prepping for the next class, you will act as an ambassador for Holland America Line.

The Art & Craft Instructor will also be required to develop the voyage-length class calendar, and prepare student craft kits in advance of the January 2027 voyage.

This is a one-time, 3-month seagoing contract, with a private cabin, all meals provided, and full guest access to the ship when not teaching classes. Some IPM and safety duties will be required on certain port days. You must be available from January 3 - March 14, 2027 - the entirely of the Grand Voyage.

Key Responsibilities

Lead multiple one-hour sessions each week, open to all guests.
Provide instruction, hands-on guidance, and encouragement, adapting to varying skill levels and physical abilities.
Engage with guests naturally outside of class during the entirety of the voyage
Design the full class roster and assemble all guest kits while working from home, prior to embarkation in January 2027. Holland America Line will cover all material costs and shipping.
Develop a voyage-length calendar with destination-inspired themes in coordination with Holland America Line Entertainment.
Collaborate with the Entertainment team on scheduling and programming.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Experience in teaching and instructing or Arts and Crafts
Experience in designing class instruction, and detailed student lists
Previous cruise ship experience a plus

Requirements:

This is a sea-going contract from January 3, 2027 - March 14, 2027
This is a Resident Presenter contract onboard a Holland America Line vessel Crew Manfiest
You must have a legal passport valid through the end of 2027
You must be able to pass a Seafarer Medical Exam as instructed by Holland America Line
You must obtain any and all required visas as instructed by Holland America Line

About Holland America Line

For 150 years, Holland America Line has been a recognized leader in cruising, taking our guests to exotic destinations around the world. We are committed to our mission: Through excellence, we create once-in-a-lifetime experiences, every time.

Today, Holland America Line's fleet of 11 modern classic ships offers more than 500 sailings a year visiting all seven continents. Cruises include both popular and less-traveled ports in the Caribbean, Alaska, Europe, Mexico, South America, the Panama Canal, Australia, New Zealand and Asia — as well as unique voyages to the Amazon, Antarctica and our extended Grand Voyages.

We are actively recruiting skilled professionals who want to join our vibrant team! We have a variety of exciting perks such as Time off benefits - paid vacation & sick time, Travel - travel & cruise perks, Health -medical, dental & vision plans, Wellness programs, Tuition Reimbursement, 401K and Profit Sharing Plans, Flexible Scheduling, Training - our in-house Discover U offers a full array of training courses, Rewards & Incentives such as commuting subsidies.

Industry

Travel & Hospitality

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Headquarters

Seattle, Washington

Year Founded

1873

Website

hollandamerica.com

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