The backbone of any Carnival cruise is the cruise director. The most visible member of the crew, their job is to ensure that each cruise runs smoothly and that every guest enjoys an unforgettable experience.
In this guide, we’ll take a look at the role of the cruise director on Carnival ships and highlight the key dates that each of the Carnival Cruise Directors are scheduled to work.
And if you want to keep up-to-date with the schedule of your favourite cruise directors, you’ll find some handy links to their social media pages here too.
The Role of the Cruise Director
On a Carnival cruise, the cruise director is responsible for overseeing all of the entertainment team. They work closely with the hotel director and entertainers to ensure that every guest has a memorable experience on board.
Carnival cruise directors are also responsible for hosting events like trivia contests, gameshows, and deck parties. They keep guests informed about what’s happening on the ship.
Carnival Cruise Director Schedule
So, who are the cruise directors on Carnival cruise ships, and when are they scheduled to work? Well, Carnival Cruise Line has released its cruise director schedule that you can check ahead of your cruise to find out.
The following schedule is subject to change. Please click here to double-check the latest information.
Carnival Breeze Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| LAWRENCE WEST | 1/11/2024 | 4/18/24 |
| KEEGAN VAN ZYL | 4/13/2024 | 6/22/2024 |
| FELIPE SERRINA DO COUTO | 6/17/2024 | 11/14/2024 |
The Cruise Director schedule for Carnival Breeze for the next few months has been set. On January 11th, Lawrence West took charge of the ship’s entertainment for now, until April 8th, 2024. Andrew Mercer was then due to be onboard, but plans have now changed, and it’s Keegan Van Zyl who’ll take over between April and June when Felipe Serrina Do Couto boards for most of the latter half of the year. Keegan is a lot of fun and had a great two weeks covering Kyndall Fire last year on Mardi Gras.
Carnival Celebration Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| LOUIE CLARE | 1/7/2024 | 3/10/2024 |
| LEE MASON | 3/10/2024 | 7/7/2024 |
| MARTY PITTS | 11/17/2024 | 3/9/2025 |
| LEON SMITH | 6/30/2024 | 11/24/2024 |
The Carnival Celebration cruise director schedule has finally cleared up after a month or two of confusion.
Louie Clare is on the ship now and will remain onboard until 10 March. Lee Mason will then be back from 10th March until July 2024, and then Marty Pitts will join the ship.
Carnival Conquest Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| STJEPAN NERAL | 2/16/2024 | 5/17/2024 |
| SAVANNAH MITCHELL | 5/10/2024 | 10/4/2024 |
The Carnival Conquest has some fantastic Cruise Directors onboard. Robby Howell joined the ship in October 2023 and will be onboard through the New Year. Stjepan Neral then takes over from February through to May, and then Savannah Mitchell will then be in charge of the entertainment until October 2024.
These talented Cruise Directors are sure to make the cruise experience unforgettable for all guests!
Carnival Dream Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ANDREW MERCER | 2/10/2024 | 6/23/2024 |
| LAWRENCE WEST | 6/15/2024 | 8/18/2024 |
| LAWRENCE WEST | 10/13/2024 | 2/22/2025 |
Get ready to experience the dream vacation of a lifetime with the talented Cruise Directors onboard the Carnival Dream!
On November 4th, Tyler Meehan retook his place on the stage until February 18th, 2024. Andrew Mercer is then expected to lead the way until June – it’s not clear yet who’ll take over after this.
With their exceptional personalities, these Cruise Directors are sure to bring a smile to every passenger’s face and make the cruise an unforgettable experience!
Carnival Elation Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ZACKARY PAIEMENT-DOCKRILL | 1/13/24 | 4/15/2024 |
| GABRIEL COPPOLLA | 4/11/2024 | 5/13/2024 |
| ZACKARY PAIEMENT-DOCKRILL | 5/13/2024 | 8/15/2024 |
You can expect some fantastic Cruise Directors on the Carnival Elation.
On January 13th, Zackary Paiement-Dockrill joined the ship and will remain onboard until April 15th, 2024, and he’s set to take over again after a month. But in that intermediary period, Gabriel Coppolla will be back onboard once more, having been on the ship for New Year.
With their exceptional interpersonal skills and passion for creating memorable experiences, these Cruise Directors are sure to bring joy and excitement to all passengers on the Carnival Elation.
Carnival Freedom Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ERIN WEIGAND | 2/12/2024 | 6/17/2024 |
| TODD EVANS | 3/30/2024 | 7/1/2024 |
| TODD EVANS | 9/5/2024 | 1/9/2025 |
The Carnival Freedom brings some fantastic Cruise Directors along for the ride! Todd Evans has been running all the fun onboard since November, and he’ll carry it throughout the holiday season. Erin Weigand then joins the ship on February 12th until June 17th, 2024.
However the schedule got a little messy with the latest update, as Todd will apparently rejoin in March until July as well, and then come back onboard in September until January 2025. It’ll get cleared up soon, and as soon as it does I’ll give you all the updates.
With their infectious energy and ability to create fun-filled experiences, these Cruise Directors are guaranteed to bring a smile to every passenger’s face and make the cruise an unforgettable adventure.
Carnival Glory Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| CAM CHAVIS | 1/7/2024 | TBC |
The Carnival Glory is about to embark on a journey filled with fun and adventure, and there’s a truly exceptional Cruise Director leading the team!
Cam Chavis joined the ship in January 2024, and he’s well-loved for his warmth and energy. He was scheduled to be on the ship until May, but that’s now TBC.
With his unique personality and passion for creating unforgettable experiences, this Cruise Director is sure to make the Carnival Glory cruise one to remember!
Carnival Horizon Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| GEORGIA CRAIG | 1/28/2024 | 5/11/2024 |
| GEORGIA CRAIG | 7/14/2024 | 11/23/2024 |
The Carnival Horizon Cruise Director schedule has been reshuffled a little in recent times. Georgia Craig came onboard in November and was hosting the show until early December. Joseph Boyes then joined the ship, remaining until the end of January. At that stage, Georgia returned and will stay on the ship until November, though she will have a break from May to July – replacement TBC.
The infectious energy of Georgia is sure to wow all guests!
Carnival Jubilee Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| KYNDALL FIRE | 11/26/2023 | 3/23/2024 |
| LOUIE CLARE | 3/11/2024 | 5/4/2024 |
| KYNDALL FIRE | 5/4/2024 | 9/7/2024 |
| KYNDALL FIRE | 11/9/2024 | 3/15/2025 |
| LOUIE CLARE | 9/5/2024 | 11/9/2024 |
The cruise director for the debuting Carnival Jubilee has been announced, and it’s the very popular Kyndall Fire who has managed to snag the role! Cruise directors love to take on new ships and Kyndall will do an excellent job of welcoming guests to this amazing vessel.
In the updated line-up, Louie Clare has been added for a run from March to May to give Kyndall a break, though she will return. Louie will then come back onto the ship towards the end of the year.
Carnival Legend Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| DUSTIN GABRIEL | 1/7/2024 | 4/27/2024 |
| JAKE MILLER | 5/23/2024 | 11/10/2024 |
Get ready for a legendary experience on the Carnival Legend with its fantastic Cruise Directors!
On January 7th, 2024, the energetic Dustin Gabriel took over the role of CD on the ship. The hilarious Jake Miller takes over on May 23rd, and is due to remain on the ship until November.
Guests just can’t get enough of these Cruise Directors, who have a reputation for creating unforgettable experiences and leaving a lasting impression with their warm personalities and passion for entertaining.
Carnival Liberty Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ADAM GILBERT | 1/15/2024 | 6/9/2024 |
| GARY BLAIR | 6/2/2024 | 8/18/2024 |
Adam Gilbert is the current Cruise Director on Carnival Liberty. He loves cruising, and always brings huge amounts of fun to every sailing. He’s due to remain on the ship until early June – originally his replacement was scheduled to be Jasper Wade but that’s been taken off the schedule for now.
Carnival Luminosa Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RAINIER SCHOLTZ | 11/12/2023 | 3/24/2024 |
| TYLER MEEHAN | 3/17/2024 | 7/25/2024 |
| MARTY PITTS | 7/18/2024 | 10/16/2024 |
| ZACKARY PAIEMENT-DOCKRILL | 11/10/2024 | 3/13/2025 |
If you’re planning on sailing on the Carnival Luminosa soon, you’re in for a treat when it comes to the cruise directors.
Rainier Scholtz is the current Cruise Director on the ship, having joined in mid-November. He’s running the show until late March. Tyler Meehan then joins the ship to run all your entertainment, before the excellent Marty Pitts gets his turn keeping the Luminosa guests happy, starting in July. He’ll stay onboard until mid-October.
Carnival Magic Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JAKE MILLER | 1/13/2024 | 4/6/2024 |
If you’re setting sail on Carnival Magic in the near future, you’ll be in good hands. On January 13th, 2024, Jake Miller replaced Michael D’Auria as the cruise director, and he’ll be on the ship right until May 19th, 2024. He’ll then have a break before returning in July.
With such engaging and experienced cruise director, your time on the Carnival Magic is sure to be a memorable and fun-filled adventure.
Mardi Gras Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| TJ PARTIDA | 1/27/2024 | 5/25/2024 |
| JACKY TANG | 5/19/2024 | 7/14/2024 |
| TJ PARTIDA | 7/14/2024 | 10/12/2024 |
| JACKY TANG | 10/12/2024 | 3/8/2025 |
The Mardi Gras has an exciting lineup of cruise directors set to take the stage.
According to Carnival’s latest cruise director schedule, TJ Pardita will be onboard from January 27th until May.
Jacky Tang is then back from May until July – he had covered the Christmas/NY season – and then TJ rejoins the ship once more.
With such an engaging and talented pair of cruise directors, guests are sure to have a blast on the Mardi Gras this year.
Carnival Miracle Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| FELIPE SERRINA DO COUTO | 11/25/2023 | 3/26/2024 |
| LIA STIVERS | 3/21/2024 | 7/26/2024 |
The Carnival Miracle has a talented set of cruise directors in the 2024 schedule.
Felipe Serrina Do Couto took over from late November right up to March 26th, 2024. Felipe is excellent, and guests over the next few months will love him.
Then, Lia Stivers has been announced as the replacement, joining the ship until July. She’s a lot of fun and will make sure every guests has an amazing cruise.
Carnival Panorama Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| CHRISTIAN “DEON” WILLIAMS | 12/30/2023 | 6/2/2024 |
| ANDREW MERCER | 8/10/2024 | 1/11/2025 |
The Carnival Panorama is set to have an amazing team of cruise directors on board.
Gerry Berrones joined the lineup in October and was due to remain in place until early January, but he’s now moved to Carnival Glory. His replacement was Christian ‘Deon’ Williams who joined on December 30th and will be onboard until June 2nd, 2024 – he’d already spent a lot of time on the ship in 2023.
Carnival Paradise Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| AMBER LYNNE CELEN | 2/15/2024 | 6/16/2024 |
| JOHN LONEY | 6/16/2024 | 8/15/2024 |
The Carnival Paradise is all set to have a blast with their upcoming Cruise Directors in 2024.
The charismatic John Loney will remains onboard until February 19th, 2024 when Amber Celen retakes the role until the first half of 2024 – she was on the ship earlier in 2023. John then returns in June and is currently scheduled to be on the ship until August.
These top-class Cruise Directors are sure to make the Carnival Paradise experience an unforgettable one for all those on board.
Carnival Pride Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| JASPER WADE | 2/11/2024 | 6/16/2024 |
The Carnival Pride is all set to have amazing Cruise Directors in 2024.
Christian Matthieu is the current director, having joined the ship at the end of 2023. He’ll be on-board until mid-February, with Jasper Wade then taking over and ensuring guests have an amazing cruise right through until June.
With such a dynamic team, passengers on the Carnival Pride can look forward to an exciting and unforgettable experience.
Carnival Radiance Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| WILLIAM “PAULLY” MUNHOLLON | 1/12/2024 | 3/18/2024 |
| MICHAEL D’AURIA | 3/15/2024 | 7/15/2024 |
On the Carnival Radiance, William “Paully” Munhollon joined the ship in January and is currently scheduled to remain onboard until March.
Michael D’Auria has been announced now as his replacement – he will join the ship until July.
Carnival Spirit Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| RICARDO ALFONSO BETANCOURT LOPEZ | 2/11/2024 | 3/30/2024 |
| ALEX SIEGLER | 3/30/2024 | 7/30/2024 |
| ALEX SIEGLER | 10/26/2024 | 1/30/2025 |
The Carnival Spirit is all set to have an incredible team of Cruise Directors in 2024.
Alex Siegler came onboard on November 25th, 2023 until February 17th, 2024. He’ll then have a break before returning in March through July. We now know that Ricardo Alfonso Betancourt Lopez is the CD who’ll be running things in the interim.
With such a dynamic team, passengers on the Carnival Spirit can look forward to an unforgettable and lively cruising experience.
Carnival Splendor Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| SAVANNAH MITCHELL | 11/8/2023 | 3/3/2024 |
| SIMON LONDON | 2/28/2024 | 7/4/2024 |
The Carnival Splendor is also set to have a fantastic Cruise Directors throughout the end of 2023 and into 2024.
Savannah Mitchell is a natural entertainer who knows how to get the party started. She’s already worked on the ship into 2023, taking a short break from August 10th, 2023, and then returning on November 9th, 2023, to keep the fun going with her infectious energy right up until March 2024. Simon London will have boarded by then, and will run the entertainment on the ship until July.
Carnival Sunrise Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| LEON SMITH | 2/22/2024 | 5/23/2024 |
| GABRIEL COPPOLLA | 5/15/2024 | 8/10/2024 |
| GABRIEL COPPOLLA | 9/30/2024 | 1/11/2025 |
The Sunrise has an impressive roster of cruise directors in 2024 to ensure that Carnival cruisers have an amazing time at sea. This is another ship that’s had a schedule shuffle in recent times, though. Thankfully, while it was a bit unclear, it has now been resolved.
Leon Smith joined the ship late in February, and he’s due to stay until May when Gabriel Coppolla comes onboard. He’ll work through August, before taking a break and then returning in September.
Carnival Sunshine Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| ELIZABETH CLOUGH | 2/8/2024 | 4/13/2024 |
| JAMES LOVE | 4/13/2024 | 8/12/2024 |
If you’re sailing on Carnival Sunshine, you’ve got some great Cruise Directors to look forward to.
James Love is the main man – he was onboard from October 2023 until recently, with a two month break now before he returns in April to cover the summer season.
Elizabeth Clough is now in charge for February and March, bringing a ton of fun for guests during this time.
Carnival Valor Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| AUSTIN MORRIS | 1/4/2024 | 4/20/2024 |
| JOHN LONEY | 4/15/2024 | 6/10/2024 |
| LOUIE CLARE | 6/6/2024 | 9/2/2024 |
We can expect to see a real mix of cruise directors on Carnival Valor. The hilarious and charismatic Austin Morris joined the ship in early January and will remain onboard until April. Louie Claire will join the lineup in June until September 2024 – and we now know that John Loney will be in charge of those interim months from April until June.
Carnival Venezia Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MARQ ANTHONY | 10/28/2023 | 3/15/2024 |
| JACKY TANG | 3/3/2024 | 5/6/2024 |
| MARQ ANTHONY | 5/6/2024 | 9/7/2024 |
| LEE MASON | 8/31/2024 | 1/12/2025 |
One of Carnival’s newest ships, Carnival Venezia made her debut on June 15th, 2023. This ship joined the fleet after a refurbishment from when she sailed for Costa Cruises as Costa Venezia.
The cruise director for Carnival Venezia currently is the incomparable Marq Anthony who returned to the ship until March 2024.
Marq will take a break – Jacky Tang will be his replacement – before rejoining in May until early September. Lee Mason then takes over right up until January 2025.
Carnival Vista Cruise Directors
| Cruise Director | Sign On | Sign Off |
|---|---|---|
| MARTY PITTS | 1/31/2024 | 6/15/2024 |
The friendly and cheerful Marty Pitts is running the show on Carnival Vista for the next few months – he’ll be on the ship until June.
Cruise Directors on Social Media
Many of the Carnival cruise directors are active on social media and following your favourite directors on Facebook can be a great way to see what they’re up to.
With that in mind, here are links to the Facebook and Instagram pages of some of Carnival’s most popular cruise directors:
FAQs About Carnival Cruise Directors?
It’s possible for Carnival’s cruise director schedule to change at the last minute due to unforeseen circumstances such as illness, family emergencies, or other unexpected events. However, the cruise line typically does its best to avoid last-minute changes.
Carnival has at least 30 to 40 cruise directors. Carnival operates a fleet of 24 ships, and each ship has a cruise director. However, cruise directors may rotate between ships or take time off in between contracts, so the number of active cruise directors at any given time may vary.
The length of time that a Carnival cruise director stays in their position can vary. Typically, they will stay onboard for several weeks or months, before being rotated to a different ship or taking time off. However, this can depend on a variety of factors including the needs of the company and their personal preferences.
The salary of a Carnival cruise director varies depending on their experience, level, and the size of the ship they are working on. However, the average salary for a cruise director at Carnival Cruise Lines is around $60,000 per year. Additionally, cruise directors typically receive free travel, food, and accommodation as well as other benefits, such as discounted cruises for family and friends.
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Jenni Fielding is the founder of Cruise Mummy. She has worked in the cruise industry since 2015 and has taken over 30 cruises. Now, she helps over 1 million people per month to plan their perfect cruise holidays.
