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How much do circus manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for circus manager in Kentucky is $54,423.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,100.00 and $59,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a circus manager?

A Circus Manager oversees the daily operations of a circus, ensuring performances run smoothly and efficiently. They manage staff, coordinate logistics, handle budgeting, and address safety regulations. Additionally, they work with performers, handle promotions, and resolve any operational challenges. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a circus manager?

A Circus Manager's daily responsibilities include overseeing rehearsals and live performances, coordinating logistics such as travel, accommodations, and equipment, and managing communication between performers, crew, and vendors. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, addressing any unforeseen issues, and handling scheduling or last-minute changes. Collaboration with talent, technical teams, and external partners is integral to maintaining smooth show operations. Managers often balance multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting, making adaptability and strong organizational skills crucial for success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the circus manager position, and why are they important?

A Circus Manager needs strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and experience in event or entertainment management, often supported by a background in business administration or performing arts. Familiarity with booking software, logistics platforms, and safety regulations, as well as first aid certification, is typically required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, problem-solving capabilities, and resilience under pressure set outstanding managers apart in this dynamic environment. These skills ensure smooth show operations, effective team coordination, and a safe and engaging experience for both performers and audiences.

Does a circus manager pay well?

Circus managers typically earn a moderate to high salary depending on the size and success of the circus, with salaries often ranging from $40,000 to over $100,000 annually. Experience, management skills, and the scale of the operation influence compensation, and the role often requires strong organizational and leadership abilities. Compensation can also include benefits such as housing or travel allowances due to the mobile nature of the job.
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KFC Yum! Center - Housekeeper

ASM Global

Louisville, KY • On-site

$14/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

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Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

KFC YUM! CENTER operated by Legends Global is a multi-use entertainment venue in Louisville, Kentucky. The KFC Yum! Center offers a variety of world class events including concerts, family shows, sporting events and other special events, while providing a clean and safe environment and guaranteeing the ideal entertainment guest experience and satisfaction.
Legends Global houses offices on five continents, the company uses its global network of venues, portfolio of powerful sports and music brands, ticketing and content distribution platforms and its integrated entertainment districts to deliver the most creative and innovative live sports and entertainment experiences that inspire athletes, teams, artists and fans.
Position Summary:
Ensures a high standard of expectation is met with regards to maintaining a clean facility at all times.
Salary: $14/hour
Essential Functions:
  • Performs general cleaning to maintain the cleanliness of venue restrooms, event spaces, corridors, offices, suites, lobbies, escalators, elevators, and exterior building grounds, including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, trash removal, etc.
  • Responsible for cleaning assigned areas in order to comply with building standards in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Maneuvers broom, mop, vacuum, etc. in order to perform all tasks related to maintaining the cleanliness of concrete, terrazzo and carpeted surfaces.
  • Moves about the facility to inspect and clean Lobby, Event Level, Main Concourse, and Upper Concourse, and all other areas in order to maintain a clean facility for guests during event and non-event days.
  • Inspects and maintains cleanliness of venue restrooms, event spaces, corridors, offices, suites, lobbies, escalators, elevators, and exterior building grounds to ensure that restrooms are fully stocked, countertops are kept clean and presentable, waste receptacles are emptied as needed, and floors are kept in a safe and clean condition.
  • Maneuvers cleaning carts and supplies to various locations throughout the facility in order to supply work area with all required materials.
  • Assists with trash removal in order to maintain arena's sustainability efforts by lifting and removing trash from receptacles.
  • Communicates effectively with supervisors and manager in order to respond to building needs, ensuring cleaning standards are maintained and safety procedures are followed.
  • Organizes and maintains janitorial supplies in closets and on carts in order to accurately account for cleaning supplies.
  • Assists in cleaning the Arena Bowl, and miscellaneous areas as required for Doubleheader events, the Circus, and other varied events as deemed necessary.

Required Qualifications:
  • Must be able to work a varied schedule to include evenings, weekends and holidays, required
  • Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions in English
  • Must be able to understand and follow directions, and perform job functions under limited supervision
  • Must be able to comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis
  • Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents and operation of various cleaning equipment
  • Must be able to do repeated lifting (up to 50 pounds unassisted), bending, standing, able to extend arms, scrub, stoop, climb stairs, and move about public areas for up to 10 hours continuously
  • Must be able to perform repetitive hand & arm movements and simple grasping constantly; pushing & pulling, squeezing. Must be able to twist, bend and squat frequently; kneel or crawl occasionally
  • Must maintain a professional appearance, utilizing both provided resources (uniforms provided), and personal resources
  • Must be able to work under pressure, in time sensitive operations, in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to work in a warm or cold environment
  • Must be able to work in a moderate to very loud noise environment
  • Requires exposure to heights
  • Requires work with others in a group or team

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
For more information, please contact Human Resources at (502) 690-9000.

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ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world's most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world's most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans, the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China and Van Andel Arena, DeVos Place & DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

Industry

Arts, entertainment, and recreation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2019

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