06 March 2026
Melissa Ramm on What It Really Takes to Build a Career at Sea
Many young sailors dream of turning their passion into a career — but what does that pathway actually look like?
What does it actually take to turn a passion for sailing into a professional career at sea?
In this interview, Melissa Ramm, an Officer of the Watch (OOW) 3000GT, shares how she progressed from youth sailing into the world of professional yachting. From the skills she developed through competitive sailing to the realities of working on board superyachts, Melissa offers an honest insight into what life at sea really looks like.
Careers at sea rarely follow a straight line. As Melissa Ramm’s journey shows, a foundation in sailing can lead to opportunities far beyond the local club. From navigating superyachts to travelling the world.
After watching the interview, it’s worth asking yourself: where could sailing take you? For some, it stays a lifelong hobby. For others, like Melissa, it becomes the start of an extraordinary career at sea.
Follow Melissa's website and read more about her life - Shaped By The Sea
