JOAQUIM DE SOUZA
STAGE PRODUCTION MANAGER
Navelim,GA
Summary
Results-driven entertainment technology professional with 20+ years of experience on passenger cruise ship entertainment as Stage Production Manager/ Technical Stage Manager. Proven track record of delivering exceptional results, driving innovation, and consistently achieving outstanding guest satisfaction.
Professional Stage Manager offering 20+ years of expertise in meticulous resource coordination to deliver successful productions. Expert in clearly communicating the director's vision to designers and technical crew members. Detail-oriented in developing rehearsal schedules and managing all performance assets.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
Work History
Stage Manager, (Stage Production Manager)
Viking Ocean Cruises
11.2023 - 11.2025
- Oversaw production from rehearsals to live performances, shows like Stagedoor, Beatles, Abba, Broadway, 60-70’s, Movie World, Blue Brother’s, Motown, Les Artist De Paris, Duet, etc.
- Led entertainment production teams including coaching, training and scheduling, and manage a diverse team of Entertainment Technician
- Coordinated with Cruise Directors to execute entertainment programs.
- Covered multiple positions including Sound Technician, Lighting Technician, and Broadcast Manager.
- Managed rehearsals, technical operations, cue calling, equipment maintenance, show reports, and safety compliance. Expertise in technical management, including sound, lighting, Audio visual and experience in Flying/ stage automation
Lighting Technician / Sound Technician / General Technician
Viking Ocean Cruises
01.2017 - 10.2023
- Operated lighting consoles and programmed cues.
- Managed sound systems and Q-Lab programming.
- Installed production shows with shore-side teams, Guest entertainer show and variety shows
Assistant Production Manager / Stage Manager / Production Technician
P&O Cruises (Carnival UK)
04.2003 - 12.2016
- Progressed through various entertainment production roles across 8 ships.
- Ensured seamless execution of shows and events for 1000–2800 guests.
- Collaborated with cross-functional entertainment teams.
Education
High School - English Medium
Higher Secondary - Science Stream: Chemistry, Biology, Physics-Electronic
Undergraduate in Science - Chemistry, Botany, Zoology
Chowgule College, Goa University
Skills
Audio Engineering: Digico SD12, Yamaha, Allen & Heath, DDA, Soundcraft, Behringer, Mackie; Dante, Rio, Aviom A-Net; AMX NetLinx, Q-Lab
Lighting Equipment: GrandMA, ETC Expression, Avolites, Martin; Vari-Lite, Robe, Martin, Chauvet, Claypaky; ETC Source 4, Altman, Robert Juliat
Video Equipment: Sony MVS-8000, Panasonic AV-HS450/HS6000; Sony RCP-750/1500/1200, Panasonic RU-1000, AK-HRP200
Stage Automation: Turntables, Pit lifts, SERAPID, Scissor Lifts, Fly Systems/Rigging
Computing & Design: Photoshop, CorelDraw, Mac OS, Windows, MS Excel, MS Word
Certification
All STCW including new PSSR
Timeline
Stage Manager, (Stage Production Manager)
Viking Ocean Cruises
11.2023 - 11.2025
Lighting Technician / Sound Technician / General Technician
Viking Ocean Cruises
01.2017 - 10.2023
Assistant Production Manager / Stage Manager / Production Technician
P&O Cruises (Carnival UK)
04.2003 - 12.2016
Higher Secondary - Science Stream: Chemistry, Biology, Physics-Electronic
Undergraduate in Science - Chemistry, Botany, Zoology
Chowgule College, Goa University
High School - English Medium
TRAVELING DOCUMENT
- PASSPORT NUMBER: INDIAN , Z 4268641
- US C1/D VISA: U0279364, EXPIRY – 01 JUNE 2028
- INDIAN CDC: MUM 286928
- UNITED KINGDOM CDC: DB 00017398
- INDOS NUMBER: 09ZL8019