Connecting Latin American Talent with the World
Since 2009, Selective Crew has been Latin America's most trusted maritime recruitment agency. 100% free for candidates. Always.
Opening doors that would otherwise be closed
In Latin America there is extraordinary talent — people with energy, bilingual skills, sales abilities, and a work ethic the world needs to see. The problem has always been access.
Selective Crew exists to remove that barrier. We are the direct bridge between Latin American candidates and the world's leading cruise lines — without charging candidates a single cent.
Our Promise
"We will never charge a candidate for a job opportunity. It is a principle we do not negotiate."
Raul Polo Jay
Founder & CEO, Selective Crew
Why candidates trust us
Total Honesty
We never charge candidates. We have been 100% free and MLC Compliant since day one.
Rigorous Selection
We don't send just anyone. We evaluate English, personality, and sales attitude before recommending a candidate.
Latin American Focus
We are experts in Latin American talent. We understand the culture, documents, and processes of each country.
Full Support
We guide you from the first interview until you board the ship. We never leave you without an update.
17 years connecting talent
The Beginning
Selective Crew was born in Colombia with a clear mission: connect Latin American talent with the world's best cruise lines, for free and with full transparency.
First Partnership with Starboard
We established our first direct relationship with Starboard Cruise Services, one of the world's largest onboard retail operators.
Expansion Across LATAM
We expanded our operation to 11 countries in Latin America, building an unmatched talent network in the regional maritime industry.
Partnership with NCL
We added Norwegian Cruise Line as a partner, opening new opportunities in photography and sales for Latin American candidates.
Today
With over 2000 candidates placed and a modern digital platform, we remain the most trusted bridge between Latin American talent and opportunities at sea.
Raul Polo Jay
Raul Polo Jay
Founder & CEO — Selective Crew
With over 17 years in the maritime recruitment industry, Raul founded Selective Crew with the conviction that Latin American talent deserves direct access to global opportunities — without middlemen and without cost to the candidate. From Colombia, he has built one of the most respected cruise recruitment agencies in Latin America.
Direct hiring with the best
We work directly with cruise lines — no middlemen, no hidden fees.
Starboard Cruise Services
Founding PartnerNorwegian Cruise Line
Official PartnerReady to set sail?
Join the hundreds of Latin American professionals already traveling the world thanks to Selective Crew.