Brian Rodriguez
About Brian Rodriguez
Brian Rodriguez is the Cruise Director at Viking Cruises, with extensive experience in cruise line entertainment and guest activities.
Current Role at Viking Cruises
Brian Rodriguez currently holds the position of Cruise Director at Viking Cruises. Since 2016, he has steadily moved up the ranks within the company, starting as a Singer, progressing to Assistant Cruise Director, and now serving as Cruise Director. In his current role, he is responsible for overseeing a range of entertainment and guest activities, ensuring an exceptional experience for all passengers.
Previous Experience at lululemon
Before his current tenure at Viking Cruises, Brian Rodriguez served as an Educator at lululemon in Miami Beach, Florida. He worked in this position from 2020 to 2021 for a period of 8 months. During his time at lululemon, he was involved in customer engagement, providing product education, and supporting the overall retail operations.
Career Progression at Viking Cruises
Brian Rodriguez has shown a significant career trajectory at Viking Cruises. He initially joined the company as a Singer in 2016 in Orlando, Florida. Over the following years, he advanced to the role of Assistant Cruise Director from 2018 to 2019. His dedication and expertise led him to his current role as Cruise Director, highlighting his strong capabilities in cruise line entertainment and management.
Educational Background
Brian Rodriguez is a graduate of Stetson University, where he earned both a Bachelor of Music degree with a focus on Voice and a Master of Business Administration (MBA). He completed his Bachelor's degree in Music from 2011 to 2015 and went on to obtain his MBA between 2015 and 2016. His educational background combines both artistic and business acumen, which has been instrumental in his versatile career in the cruise industry.
Early Internships and Assistant Roles
Brian Rodriguez's early career includes a variety of internships and assistant roles that laid the foundation for his career in the cruise industry. He worked as an Entertainment & Guest Activities Intern at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in 2014, and as an Entertainment Coordinator Intern at Norwegian Cruise Line in 2013. Additionally, he served as a Production Admin Intern at Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in 2015 and again in 2016. These roles allowed him to gain valuable experience in entertainment and guest services.