Christopher Shafer
About Christopher Shafer
Christopher Shafer is a Cruise Director with extensive experience in the cruise industry, currently working at Viking Cruises and Prestige Cruise Holdings, Inc.
Current Positions
Christopher Shafer is currently serving as a Cruise Director at Viking Cruises and Prestige Cruise Holdings, Inc. He is also working as an Assistant Cruise Director/Guest Entertainer for Prestige Cruise Holdings, Inc. These roles leverage his extensive experience in the cruise industry, providing leadership and entertainment to cruise passengers.
Previous Cruise Industry Roles
Christopher's experience in the cruise industry includes working as an Assistant Cruise Director at Viking Cruises for 3 months in 2018. He also worked for Gary Musick Productions as a Production Manager in 2014 and as an Assistant Cruise Director-Production Singer-Guest Entertainer in 2011 on Oceania Cruise Lines. In total, he has undertaken multiple roles such as Production Singer and Guest Entertainer.
Early Career and Brand Ambassador Roles
Earlier in his career, Christopher worked as a Brand Ambassador for several companies, including Advantage Sales & Marketing in 2013, 8 Days a Week, Inc. in 2007, and Event Pro Strategies from 2006 to 2007. These roles were primarily short-term but added to his diverse professional experiences.
Project Management Experience
Christopher's project management experience includes positions as Project Manager at UPLV in 2007 and Music Matters International Limited in 2006. His responsibilities in these roles would have included planning, coordination, and oversight of various projects, adding valuable managerial expertise to his portfolio.
Educational Background
Christopher attended Ohio Northern University, where he studied music and earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from 1994 to 1998. He also studied at Spencerville High School. His academic background provided a foundation for his roles in music and entertainment.