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Denver Comedy Inc

Job Fair

Denver, CO

Love comedy? Want to work in an exciting, fast-paced entertainment environment? We're hiring - and we would love to meet you! Dates: Monday, July 6, 2026 Time: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm Tuesday, July 7, ...

All Jokes Aside Comedy Lounge

waitress

Houston, TX

$10/hr

All Jokes Aside Comedy Club, a Black-owned entertainment venue in Houston, TX, is searching for a talented and friendly waitress to join our team. If you're passionate about great comedy, excellent ...

Comedy Barn

Stage Tech - Light & Sound

Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site

The Comedy Barn Theater, one of the most beloved and entertaining family theaters in the Smoky Mountains, is seeking a skilled and experienced Lighting & Audio Technician to join our production team.

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How much do comedy jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for comedy in the United States is $16.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges comedians face when starting out in the industry?

Aspiring comedians often encounter challenges such as building a unique comedic voice, handling stage fright, and navigating the unpredictability of open mic nights or small venues. Networking with other comedians and industry professionals is essential, as is learning how to adapt material based on audience reactions. Persistence and resilience are key, since early setbacks and tough crowds are common, but these experiences help comedians refine their craft and gain confidence over time.

What Are Different Types of Comedy Jobs?

Comedy jobs fall into two major categories. The highlight of this field is the comedian, who acts as the face of the industry to tell jokes, perform skits at a club, and do stand-up routines for an audience. However, you can also find roles in this industry like personal assistants or editors who check to be sure that proposed jokes are acceptable to the audience and don't cross the line from entertainment to a legal issue. Many comedy jobs involve a significant amount of writing, particularly because you do most of the work behind the scenes, away from the view of the intended audience. Some comedy jobs are particularly fast-paced and may require producing material on short deadlines.

What is a comedian?

A comedian is an entertainer who uses humor to make people laugh, often through stand-up performances, sketches, or comedic writing. Comedians may perform in various settings, including comedy clubs, theaters, television, movies, and online platforms. They create jokes, funny stories, or parodies based on everyday life, current events, or personal experiences. Their goal is to entertain audiences and provide a unique perspective through humor.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Comedian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Comedian, you need strong comedic writing, timing, storytelling abilities, and typically some stage experience or performance training. Familiarity with audio/visual equipment, social media platforms, and sometimes video editing software is useful for content creation and promotion. Creativity, resilience, adaptability, and the ability to read and engage audiences are standout soft skills in this field. These skills and qualities are essential for delivering engaging performances, building a following, and sustaining a successful career in the competitive world of comedy.

What is the difference between Comedy vs Stand-up Comedy?

AspectComedyStand-up Comedy
DefinitionBroad genre of entertainment involving humor in various formatsSpecific performance style where a comedian performs solo routines
Work EnvironmentTV shows, movies, theater, online platformsComedy clubs, live venues, festivals
Required SkillsWriting, acting, improvisationTiming, audience interaction, storytelling
Industry UsageUsed across multiple entertainment sectorsPrimarily in live performance settings

Comedy is a broad entertainment genre that includes various formats like sitcoms, sketches, and stand-up routines. Stand-up comedy is a specific form within comedy, focusing on solo performances aimed at eliciting laughter directly from an audience. While all stand-up comedians are part of the comedy industry, not all comedy involves stand-up routines. Understanding this distinction helps in choosing the right career path or search focus within the entertainment industry.

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Infographic showing various Comedy job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 68% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,819 per year, or $16.3 per hour.
Associate Producer, Comedy & Entertainment Programming

Associate Producer, Comedy & Entertainment Programming

Sirius XM Radio

New York, NY

$51K - $54K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities

Who We Are:SiriusXM and its brands (Pandora, SiriusXM Media, AdsWizz, Simplecast, and SiriusXM Connect) are leading a new era of audio entertainment and services by delivering the most compelling subscription and ad-supported audio entertainment experience for listeners -- in the car, at home, and anywhere on the go with connected devices. Our vision is to shape the future of audio, where everyone can be efforlessly connected to the voices, stories and music they love wherever they are. 

This is the place where a diverse group of emerging talent and legends alike come to share authentic and purposeful songs, stories, sounds and insights through some of the best programming and technology in the world. Our critically-acclaimed, industry-leading audio entertainment encompasses music, sports, comedy, news, talk, live events, and podcasting. No matter their individual role, each of our employees plays a vital part in bringing SiriusXM's vision to life every day. 

SiriusXM is the leading audio entertainment company in North America, and the premier programmer and platform for subscription and digital advertising-supported audio products. SiriusXM's platforms collectively reach approximately 150 million listeners, the largest digital audio audience across paid and free tiers in North America, and deliver music, sports, talk, news, comedy, entertainment and podcasts. Pandora, a subsidiary of SiriusXM, is the largest ad-supported audio entertainment streaming service in the U.S. SiriusXM's subsidiaries Simplecast and AdsWizz make it a leader in podcast hosting, production, distribution, analytics and monetization. The Company's advertising sales organization, which operates as SiriusXM Media, leverages its scale, cross-platform sales organization and ad tech capabilities to deliver results for audio creators and advertisers. SiriusXM, through SiriusXM Canada Holdings, Inc., also offers satellite radio and audio entertainment in Canada. In addition to its audio entertainment businesses, SiriusXM offers connected vehicle sevices to automakers. 

The Pathways Program is an early-career development program designed for recent graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). As a Pathways Associate, you will participate in a year-long program focused on accelerating career advancement through mentorship, networking, and learning and development opportunities. Upon completion of the program, Pathways Alumni continue building their careers in their current roles as they Go Higher at SiriusXM. 

How you'll make an impact:We're looking for a motivated, creatively driven, and highly organized Associate Producer, Comedy & Entertainment Programming to join our team with a particular interest in Comedy/Entertainment Programming. In this role, you will help produce, ingest, edit, and curate content across our Comedy channels (including Kevin Hart's LOL Radio, Netflix Is A Joke, and Raw Comedy) as well as work on live and taped radio shows and podcasts on our Entertainment channels. The ideal candidate is passionate about stand-up, pop culture, and emerging comedic voices, and thrives in a fast- paced, collaborative media environment. 

What you'll do:

  • Support daily production of live and pre-recorded comedy programming.
  • Assist in booking comedians, writers, and guests, coordinating schedules and preparing show materials.
  • Research trending topics, viral moments, and cultural conversations to inform show segments.
  • Develop segment ideas, write outlines, prep notes, and assist hosts with show preparation.
  • Edit audio content using digital audio workstations (e.g., Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Zetta).
  • Prepare and publish show clips for on-demand, social, and digital platforms in collaboration with marketing teams.
  • Coordinate with talent, agents, and internal departments to ensure smooth production workflows.
  • Monitor live broadcasts and troubleshoot production issues in real time.
  • Maintain production calendars, rundowns, and show archives. 

What you'll need:

  • Must be a recent graduate from an accredited HBCU (Within the last 2 years, or expected to graduate by June 2026)
  • Experience in radio, podcast, or audio production preferred, including internships and college radio
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to work under pressure with high profile talent
  • Strong interest and knowledge of current events and pop culture
  • Audio editing experience (ex. Adobe Audition, ProTools) is a plus
  • Impeccable attention to detail in all areas of work
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced work environment
  • Be a great communicator
  • Ability to run a live studio board a plus
  • Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

At SiriusXM, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the base salary for this position to be in the range of $51,200 to $54,650 and this will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply. 

Our goal at SiriusXM is to provide and maintain a work environment that fosters mutual respect, professionalism and cooperation. SiriusXM is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 

The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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