Skippered Charter
A Skippered Charter is a type of yacht or boat rental that comes with a professional captain (skipper) who operates the vessel. This is different from a bareboat charter where clients operate the boat themselves. The skipper is responsible for navigation, safety, and vessel operation, allowing guests to relax and enjoy their experience without needing boating qualifications. This service is common in luxury tourism and maritime recreation sectors. Similar terms include "crewed charter" or "captained charter," though these might include additional crew members like stewards or chefs.
Examples in Resumes
Managed fleet of 12 vessels offering Skippered Charter and Crewed Charter services
Generated $500K annual revenue through Skippered Charter bookings
Coordinated scheduling for 8 professional skippers handling Skippered Charter operations
Typical job title: "Charter Managers"
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Where to Find Charter Managers
Industry Associations
Professional Networks
Industry Events
Example Interview Questions
Senior Level Questions
Q: How would you handle a situation where multiple charterers request the same yacht for overlapping dates?
Expected Answer: Should demonstrate knowledge of booking systems, priority client management, and ability to offer alternative solutions while maintaining client satisfaction. Should also mention contingency planning and fleet management strategies.
Q: What strategies have you implemented to increase charter booking rates during off-season periods?
Expected Answer: Should discuss marketing strategies, pricing models, special packages, target market identification, and experience with seasonal market fluctuations in the yacht charter industry.
Mid Level Questions
Q: How do you ensure smooth communication between charterers, skippers, and shore staff?
Expected Answer: Should explain communication protocols, booking management systems, and experience coordinating between different stakeholders in charter operations.
Q: What factors do you consider when matching a skipper with a charter client?
Expected Answer: Should discuss client preferences, skipper experience, vessel types, route knowledge, language skills, and personality matching considerations.
Junior Level Questions
Q: What are the key differences between skippered and bareboat charters?
Expected Answer: Should explain basic distinctions in service levels, responsibilities, pricing, and client requirements for each type of charter.
Q: What information do you need to collect from clients when booking a skippered charter?
Expected Answer: Should list essential booking details like dates, number of guests, special requirements, preferences, and any relevant experience or certification requirements.
Experience Level Indicators
Junior (0-2 years)
- Basic charter booking procedures
- Customer service skills
- Understanding of yacht charter types
- Basic maritime terminology
Mid (2-5 years)
- Fleet management
- Skipper coordination
- Client relationship management
- Charter contract administration
Senior (5+ years)
- Strategic business development
- High-value client management
- Industry partnership building
- Revenue optimization
Red Flags to Watch For
- No knowledge of maritime regulations and safety requirements
- Lack of understanding of seasonal charter patterns
- Poor customer service skills or communication abilities
- No experience with booking management systems
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