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HUB Manager / Photo Services Manager
Role summary
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The HUB Manager / Photo Services Manager oversees the ship’s photo operation, including guest photography, image sales, portrait sessions, digital products, equipment, stock and daily revenue performance. Candidates are typically expected to have experience in photography, retail sales, hospitality or team leadership, along with strong communication and organizational skills. The role requires confidence working with international guests, coaching photographers and sales staff, monitoring targets, handling cash or sales systems, and maintaining high service standards. Flexibility, professional presentation, commercial awareness and the ability to work long hours at sea are essential. Experience with photo-editing software, onboard retail systems or cruise operations is advantageous.
Can I work on cruise ships?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: No host-country permit: a seafarer medical, safety training, a seaman's book, a US crew visa and a Schengen visa.
Watch for: Recruitment fees are banned on ships.
Official source: US Department of State: crewmember visa. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with on cruise ships
Usual for cruise ships, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Free cabin, usually shared |
|---|---|
| Meals | Free (by law) |
| Flights | Joining and home flights usually paid; free repatriation (by law) |
| Service charge | Passenger service charges pooled on many lines |
| Contract | 6 to 9 months on board, about 2 months unpaid between contracts |
| Leave | 2.5 days a month, often paid as cash |
| Income tax | Usually not withheld; depends on your home country |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is a major international cruise company and part of MSC Group, a family-owned business with roots in shipping and logistics. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, MSC Cruises operates a large fleet sailing to destinations across Europe, the Caribbean, North America, South America, the Middle East and beyond. Its ships offer accommodation, restaurants, entertainment, excursions, retail outlets and onboard guest services. The company employs an international workforce and places strong emphasis on hospitality, safety, commercial performance and multicultural teamwork. Crew members generally live onboard in shared accommodation, receive meals and work within structured contracts while travelling between ports. MSC offers opportunities across hotel operations, food and beverage, entertainment, technical services, marine operations, retail and guest relations.