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Emcee Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

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How much do emcee jobs pay per month?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average monthly pay for emcee in Minnesota is $13,772.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $3,058.33 and $24,483.33 per month, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Emcee vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEmceeEvent Coordinator
Primary RoleHosts and facilitates events, engages the audiencePlans, organizes, and manages event logistics
Required SkillsPublic speaking, improvisation, charismaOrganization, communication, multitasking
Work EnvironmentStage, live events, ceremoniesOff-site, office, event venues
Common CertificationsNone typically required, but public speaking courses helpfulEvent planning certifications (e.g., CMP)

While both roles are involved in events, an Emcee primarily hosts and entertains audiences during live events, focusing on presentation and engagement. An Event Coordinator manages the overall planning and logistics, ensuring the event runs smoothly. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What is an emcee?

An emcee, also known as a master of ceremonies, is a person who hosts an event, guiding the program and engaging the audience. They introduce speakers or performers, provide commentary, and ensure the event runs smoothly. Emcees are responsible for maintaining the energy of the event, managing transitions, and sometimes handling unexpected situations. Their role is crucial for creating a seamless and enjoyable experience for attendees.

What Does an Emcee Do?

As an emcee, your job is to host shows and events. In this role, you may introduce guests or topics to an audience, interact directly with visitors, or represent a company or brand. Many details of this position depend on the employer. For example, in some roles, you may need to develop an approachable public personality that fans can recognize. In others, you may just assist with contests and other events. You may also travel to different event sites Emcees often work in other capacities as needed, whether by helping set up events, testing products, or interacting with other employees. Most companies prefer emcee over the original acronym, MC, which stands for master of ceremonies.

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

To thrive as an Emcee, you need strong public speaking abilities, event management knowledge, and often a background in communications or performing arts. Familiarity with sound equipment, microphones, and presentation software is typically required. Charisma, quick thinking, and the ability to engage diverse audiences are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for maintaining audience interest, managing event flow, and ensuring overall event success.

What are some common challenges Emcees face when hosting live events, and how can they effectively handle unexpected situations?

Emcees often encounter challenges such as technical issues, last-minute schedule changes, or unforeseen audience reactions during live events. To handle these situations effectively, successful Emcees stay adaptable, maintain a positive and engaging demeanor, and have backup plans (like filler content or crowd engagement techniques) ready. Strong communication with the event team and quick thinking are key to keeping the program running smoothly. Building experience and preparing thoroughly for each event helps Emcees anticipate possible issues and respond confidently.
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Infographic showing various Emcee job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 51% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $165,275 per year, or $79.5 per hour.
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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 500 million tickets sold annually and more than 12,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 40,000 shows and 100+ festivals annually for nearly 4,000 artists in over 40 countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect over 1,000 brands with the 98 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visitwww.livenationentertainment.com.

Live Nation's Concerts Division is where tours are born, artists come to life, and fans get to experience the rush of live music. From our dozens of owned/operated Amphitheaters to our Global Touring team, from Ticketing and Venue Operations to Marketing and Sales... we foster a fun and upbeat work culture with no shortage of opportunities. With perks ranging from free concert tickets to dog-friendly offices, to progressive benefits like student loan reimbursement and adoption/fertility support... it's no wonder we are certified as a Great Place to Work organization and one of People Magazine's "50 Companies that Care". We want everyone to feel like they belong and can thrive in our community, so we strive to help you achieve your career and personal goals. Live music is our passion and where we find our common ground. There has never been a better time to join Live Nation.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

  • Sell VIP Upgrades, Premium Seats, Priority Entry & various premium upgrade products & experiences to General Admission concert patrons on nights of shows.
  • VIP Hosts will handle the sale from pitch, payment processing, to experience fulfillment.
  • Check In, Escort, and Assist VIP Clientele throughout their venue visit ensuring all clients have a VIP Experience. Anticipate VIP Client needs to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Give proper recognition to Foundation Members, Live Nation Executives and VIP clients to instill appreciation for their membership and patronage.
  • Build strong relationships with Foundation Room members and VIP clients.
  • Utilize and Develop CRM Program for House of Blues VIP Clientele
  • Coordinate operations on night of shows with Ops Director, servers, and security to ensure premium experiences are delivered.
  • Execute nightly VIP setup to include Check In, VIP seating areas, VIP table top personalization and VIP area signage as needed
  • Maintain articulate vocabulary with the ability to adapt and socialize with current audience.
  • Maintain exemplary and professional grooming standards.
  • Required to occasionally work Special Events that are scheduled throughout the venue

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

Required:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Working knowledge of high-end restaurant operations and/or VIP Night club operations and high-end guest relations
  • Problem solving skills
  • Experience in selling to high-end, VIP clients
  • Skill in diplomacy, handling multiple tasks, verbal skills, organizational skills, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to diffuse possibly volatile situations with tact and diplomacy
  • Must have a flexible schedule

Physical Demands/Working Environment:

  • Working environment is fast-paced, often loud and stressful
  • Position requires extended periods of prolonged standing and working on your feet
  • Must be able to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.


Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

**Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and Equal Pay Transparency Rules. It is estimated based on what a successful Colorado applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in Colorado or perform the position from Colorado. Similar positions located outside of

Colorado will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Live Nation takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the CO EPEWA, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

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The expected compensation for this position is:

$15.97 USD Hourly

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.


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