VP, Recruiting
Stamford, CT · On-site
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
VP, Recruiting
Stamford, CT · On-site
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and ...
Bull Operator - PBR Norfolk
$14 - $16/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Norfolk
$14 - $16/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Columbus
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Columbus
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Columbus
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Columbus
Columbus, OH · On-site
$16.75 - $20.50/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Baltimore
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Baltimore
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Louisville
Louisville, KY · On-site
$17 - $20.75/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Louisville
Louisville, KY · On-site
$17 - $20.75/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Hampton
Hampton, VA · On-site
$14 - $16/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Hampton
Hampton, VA · On-site
$14 - $16/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Orlando
Orlando, FL · On-site
$16.50 - $22.25/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Baltimore
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Baltimore
Baltimore, MD · On-site
$15 - $22/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Nashville
Nashville, TN · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$16.75 - $20.75/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Operator - PBR Atlanta
Atlanta, GA · On-site
$16.75 - $20.75/hr
Provide the establishment's waiver to the guest and making sure the guest knows the rules for riding the mechanical bull and signs this waiver. * Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to ...
Bull Riding information
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$8.41 - $10.10
1% of jobs
$10.10 - $11.78
13% of jobs
$12.21 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$11.78 - $13.46
44% of jobs
$13.46 - $15.14
11% of jobs
$16.36 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$15.14 - $16.83
10% of jobs
$16.83 - $18.51
7% of jobs
$18.51 - $20.19
6% of jobs
$20.19 - $21.88
3% of jobs
$21.88 - $23.56
2% of jobs
$23.56 - $25.24
2% of jobs
$25.24 - $26.92
1% of jobs
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$15
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How much do bull riding jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for bull riding in the United States is $15.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.02 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is bull riding?
A bull riding job involves competing in rodeos where riders attempt to stay on a bucking bull for eight seconds while maintaining control and proper form. Riders use a braided rope wrapped around the bull and hold on with one hand, while their free hand cannot touch the bull or themselves. It is a physically demanding and dangerous sport requiring strength, balance, and mental toughness. Professional bull riders often travel to competitions, earning money through prize winnings and sponsorships. Safety equipment, such as helmets and protective vests, is commonly used to reduce injury risks.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in bull riding?
To thrive as a Bull Rider, you need excellent physical fitness, bodily coordination, quick reflexes, and knowledge of animal behavior, typically gained through rodeo training or mentorship programs. Protective gear such as helmets, vests, and specialized riding equipment is essential, and riders often participate in sanctioned rodeo circuits that may require memberships or certifications. Mental toughness, courage, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under intense pressure are invaluable soft skills in this field. These abilities are crucial for ensuring rider safety, maintaining peak performance, and handling the unpredictable challenges of working with powerful animals in high-stakes competitions.
What are the primary safety measures taken by bull riders and organizers during events?
Bull riding events prioritize safety through the use of protective equipment like helmets, padded vests, and mouthguards, as well as rigorous pre-event inspections of gear and facilities. Organizers ensure that professional rodeo clowns and bullfighters are present in the arena to distract bulls and assist riders in dangerous situations. Many competitions also provide on-site medical staff and enforce strict rules for both animal welfare and rider conduct. These measures help to mitigate risks, allowing riders to focus on performance while reducing the likelihood of serious injuries. If you are new to the field, familiarizing yourself with these protocols is vital for your safety and long-term success.
Can you make bull riding a career?
Bull riding is a professional sport and can be pursued as a career by competing in rodeos and related events. Success requires physical skill, experience, and often participation in training programs or associations; however, it is a highly competitive and physically demanding field with limited long-term opportunities. Many riders supplement their income through sponsorships, coaching, or related roles in the rodeo industry.
How do you become a bull rider?
To become a bull rider, individuals typically start by gaining experience in rodeo events, often through local or amateur competitions. They should develop skills in riding, balance, and safety, and may pursue training or mentorship from experienced riders; many also obtain safety certifications and start competing at smaller events before advancing to professional levels.
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Full-time
Posted 16 days ago
Key responsibilities
Manage, develop, and inspire a team of three recruiters to meet recruiting goals and maintain high standards.
Develop and implement recruiting strategies aligned with the needs of UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing, and adapt them as business needs change.
Build strong relationships with hiring managers and business leaders to serve as the primary recruiting partner and ensure a high-quality, efficient hiring process.
Job description
Who We Are:
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
TKO Group Holdings | Stamford, CT
ABOUT TKO
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns and operates UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, WWE, the recognized global leader in sports entertainment, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), the world's premier bull riding organization, IMG, a global leader in sports, events, media, and fashion, and On Location, a premium experiential hospitality business. Together, these brands and businesses produce hundreds of live events annually, serve partners across the globe, and reach hundreds of millions of fans worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
TKO is looking for a VP, Recruiting to lead talent acquisition for UFC, WWE, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), and Zuffa Boxing. Reporting to the SVP, Global Recruiting and based in Stamford, CT, this leader will manage a team of three recruiters, oversee strategic search as well as TKO's early careers internship program.
This is a role for someone who takes immense pride in their work, brings high standards, and earns a reputation as a trusted partner across the business. The VP, Recruiting will be just as comfortable building relationships on the floor of a live event as they are driving process and strategy from their desk. Presence and proximity to the businesses matter here. This person will be in Stamford 3-4 days per week, visit the NYC office frequently, and travel regularly to Las Vegas and Fort Worth to stay immersed in each business, know its leaders and employees, and maintain a pulse on the candidate market.
RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
LOCATION
Stamford, CT (3-4 days per week in office), with frequent visits to the NYC office and regular travel to Las Vegas, NV and Fort Worth, TX.
TKO EEO Statement:
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world's premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.
TKO Group Holdings | Stamford, CT
ABOUT TKO
TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns and operates UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, WWE, the recognized global leader in sports entertainment, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), the world's premier bull riding organization, IMG, a global leader in sports, events, media, and fashion, and On Location, a premium experiential hospitality business. Together, these brands and businesses produce hundreds of live events annually, serve partners across the globe, and reach hundreds of millions of fans worldwide.
POSITION SUMMARY
TKO is looking for a VP, Recruiting to lead talent acquisition for UFC, WWE, Professional Bull Riders (PBR), and Zuffa Boxing. Reporting to the SVP, Global Recruiting and based in Stamford, CT, this leader will manage a team of three recruiters, oversee strategic search as well as TKO's early careers internship program.
This is a role for someone who takes immense pride in their work, brings high standards, and earns a reputation as a trusted partner across the business. The VP, Recruiting will be just as comfortable building relationships on the floor of a live event as they are driving process and strategy from their desk. Presence and proximity to the businesses matter here. This person will be in Stamford 3-4 days per week, visit the NYC office frequently, and travel regularly to Las Vegas and Fort Worth to stay immersed in each business, know its leaders and employees, and maintain a pulse on the candidate market.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the team. Manage, develop, and inspire a team of three. Set high standards. Create an environment where the team does their best work, holds themselves accountable, and takes pride in the quality and consistency of what they deliver.
- Set recruiting strategy. Develop and deliver recruiting strategies that align with the priorities of each business. Translate what UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing need to grow into a clear, actionable talent plan. Revisit and adapt that plan as business needs evolve.
- Partner with the business. Serve as the primary recruiting partner for UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing. Build strong, trusted relationships with hiring managers and business leaders. Stay connected to each business's culture, priorities, and talent needs. Show up, be present, and be known.
- Drive results. Manage a high volume of searches without sacrificing quality. Fill roles efficiently, with the right candidates, and deliver a consistent hiring manager and candidate experience. Be measured by client feedback and satisfaction, and by the success of the people you place once they are in the building.
- Build programs that scale. Lead the development and adoption of a referral program across UFC, WWE, PBR, and Zuffa Boxing. Drive meaningful usage of AI recruiting tools including Findem and Paradox. Strengthen TKO's employer brand externally and internally.
- Develop talent pipelines. Know the candidate market. Build and maintain relationships with top talent before the need arises. Think ahead of the business, not behind it.
- Lead early careers. Oversee TKO's early careers internship program with the same rigor and client-service mindset applied to all other recruiting activity.
- Recruit for senior roles. In addition to leading the team, personally lead searches for senior and critical positions across the portfolio.
REQUIREMENTS
- 10+ years of recruiting experience, with a proven track record leading teams and managing full-cycle searches across multiple business units or brands
- A client-service mentality. You are responsive, proactive, and treat every hiring manager interaction as an opportunity to build trust and deliver value
- Strong follow-up and follow-through. You close loops, update stakeholders without being asked, and never let things fall through the cracks
- A reputation builder. The way you work and the quality of your output speak for themselves
- Genuine curiosity about the businesses you support. You want to understand how UFC, WWE, PBR, Zuffa Boxing operate, who makes them run, and what talent they need to grow
- Experience building or significantly scaling referral programs
- Hands-on experience with AI recruiting tools and a drive to lead adoption across your team and business partners (experience with Findem and/or Paradox a plus)
- A creative problem-solving approach. You find solutions, not obstacles
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment without letting quality slip
- Comfort with regular travel to Las Vegas, NV and Fort Worth, TX
- A bias toward presence. You understand that relationships are built in person and you show up accordingly
LOCATION
Stamford, CT (3-4 days per week in office), with frequent visits to the NYC office and regular travel to Las Vegas, NV and Fort Worth, TX.
TKO EEO Statement:
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.