Yacht crew at the rail of a superyacht
Independent yacht career guidance

Personal career support for yacht crew.

We help you plan your route into yachting or your next step onboard: a clear career roadmap, a yacht-ready CV, the right training and practical preparation.

Find my best pathI know what I need

Not a recruitment agency. Not a training provider. Independent career support.

What can we help you with?

Career roadmapsKnow what to do next, what to prioritise and where your career can go.CVsCreate or reposition your CV for the yacht industry.Courses & certificationsFind the right training and understand what you actually need next.Visa guidanceUnderstand visa options, requirements and planning for your career.SponsorshipSupport crew through our Pay It Forward sponsorship programme.Career progressionPlan your next move from junior crew to senior and leadership roles.

Where are you right now?

New to yachtingUnderstand where to start.Working crewKnow what to do next.Changing department or rankPlan the training and timing for a move.Experienced crewPlan progression, specialisation and leadership.Parents & supportersUnderstand the industry and support someone entering it.
Not sure? Answer a few short questions

Researching alone vs. working with us

On your own

  • Conflicting advice from forums and groups
  • Paying for courses you may not need yet
  • A CV that doesn't match yacht standards
  • Guessing where and when to look for work

With The Crew Atelier

  • A written plan for your situation and budget
  • Clear advice on which training to book, and when
  • A CV built to the format captains expect
  • Practical preparation for your job search

We are not a recruitment agency, training provider or immigration law firm, and we do not guarantee jobs or visas.

Not sure what your next move should be?

A personalised view of where you are now, where you want to go and what needs to happen next.

€89

Includes a full CV review

Get your career roadmap
  • Current profile assessment
  • Industry perspective
  • Strengths and gaps
  • Career direction
  • Specific course recommendations
  • CV positioning
  • Practical next steps
  • How we can support implementation

CV services — pick the right one

CV Creation · €75

You need a professional yacht CV written from scratch or completely repositioned.

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CV Review · €45

You already have a suitable CV and want professional feedback on it.

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How it works

  1. 01

    Choose a service

    Pick a service, or use the path finder if you're unsure.

  2. 02

    Tell us about you

    A short intake form covers your experience, goals and budget.

  3. 03

    We do the work

    We prepare your roadmap, CV or guidance personally.

  4. 04

    You get a clear next step

    You receive your deliverables and know exactly what to do next.

Why The Crew Atelier

Independent

No recruitment commissions or agency ties.

Practical

Advice based on real yacht-industry experience.

Personalised

Built around you, not a generic checklist.

Global

Course, visa and career information for an international industry.

Career-focused

Not just getting onto a yacht — building a sustainable career.

A global career needs the right paperwork

Yachting moves between countries and seasons. We help you understand which visas matter for your nationality, route and next role.

Explore visa support
Pay It Forward

Help someone get their start

Our Pay It Forward programme helps aspiring crew access the financial support needed to begin their yacht careers.

  • Can help cover entry training and career-start costs
  • Open to aspiring crew who need financial support
  • Sponsors fund a crew member's start, fully or in part
Apply for sponsorshipSponsor a crew member

Questions before you buy

Ready for your next step?

I'm new to yachtingI'm already crewI'm a parent / supporter