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SagePaths

Entertainment Attorney

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$175K/yr

Entertainment Attorney About the Opportunity We are partnering with a well-regarded, full-service law firm in the Los Angeles area to place a talented Entertainment Attorney. This is a fantastic ...

Round One Entertainment

Associate

Hayward, CA · On-site

$18 - $19.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our Arcade attendant, Bowling & Event, Kitchen ...

Round One Entertainment

Associate

City Of Industry, CA · On-site

$17 - $18.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our Amusement, Bowling, Food & Beverage, Cleaning ...

Round One Entertainment

Associate

Roseville, CA · On-site

$18 - $19.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Hourly Wage: $18 - 19.75 Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our: * Arcade attendant!

Round One Entertainment

Associate

Temecula, CA · On-site

$17 - $18.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our Arcade attendant, Bowling & Event, Kitchen ...

Round One Entertainment

Associate

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$19 - $20.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our Arcade attendant, Bowling & Event, Kitchen ...

Round One Entertainment

Associate

Concord, CA · On-site

$18 - $19.75/hr

Bowling, Amusement, Food & Beverage, Facility-Mechanic, Facility-Cleaning Round One Entertainment is looking to hire Customer Service Associates for our Arcade attendant, Bowling & Event, Kitchen ...

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

To thrive as an Entertainment Associate, you need strong customer service skills, knowledge of event or venue operations, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with ticketing systems, point-of-sale software, and audio-visual equipment is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to work well in fast-paced, team-oriented environments make candidates stand out. These qualifications are essential for ensuring smooth event execution and delivering memorable guest experiences.

What are Entertainment Associates?

Entertainment Associates are professionals who assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of entertainment events and activities. They often work in venues such as theaters, amusement parks, cruise ships, or event companies, supporting performers, managing logistics, and ensuring guests have a positive experience. Duties can include ticketing, guest services, equipment setup, and assisting with performances or shows. Their role is crucial in ensuring that events run smoothly and audiences are engaged and satisfied.

What is the difference between Entertainment Associate vs Event Coordinator?

AspectEntertainment AssociateEvent Coordinator
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer related certificationsHigh school diploma; often prefers certifications in event planning or hospitality
Work EnvironmentEntertainment venues, production sets, or live eventsConferences, corporate events, weddings, and public gatherings
Employer & Industry UsageEntertainment companies, theaters, production firmsEvent planning companies, hotels, corporate organizations

Entertainment Associates typically focus on supporting entertainment activities, such as assisting performers or managing event logistics within entertainment venues. In contrast, Event Coordinators oversee the planning and execution of various events, including corporate and social gatherings. While both roles require organizational skills and some similar certifications, their work environments and specific responsibilities differ significantly.

What are some common challenges Entertainment Associates face in coordinating live events, and how can they effectively manage them?

Entertainment Associates often encounter challenges such as last-minute schedule changes, technical issues, and coordinating communications among performers, crew, and management. Successfully managing these situations requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Establishing clear lines of communication, maintaining detailed checklists, and proactively anticipating potential issues are effective strategies that help ensure events run smoothly and meet audience expectations.
What are the most commonly searched types of Entertainment jobs in California? The most popular types of Entertainment jobs in California are:
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Infographic showing various Entertainment Associate job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

Associate PR Manager - Games & Entertainment

Kanarey Productions Inc.

Torrance, CA • On-site, Remote

Full-time, Contractor

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Location: Torrance, CA / Hybrid
Employment Type: Independent Contractor (30 hours/week)
Potential Path: Opportunity to transition into a full-time employee role in the future

About Kanarey

Kanarey is a Los Angeles-based creative and marketing company specializing in games, anime, entertainment, and pop culture. We work with clients across the global gaming and entertainment industries, supporting PR, marketing strategy, events, content development, influencer initiatives, and creative campaigns.

We are currently looking for an Associate PR Manager Games & Entertainment to join our growing team and support PR initiatives for game and entertainment-related projects.

This role will begin as an independent contractor position with the potential to transition into a full-time employee role based on business needs, performance, and team fit.

Position Overview

The Associate PR Manager will work closely with our PR Manager and internal project teams to support day-to-day PR activities, media outreach, research, reporting, and client communications.

The ideal candidate has hands-on PR experience, strong writing and communication skills, and a genuine passion for games, anime, entertainment, and pop culture. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow within the gaming and entertainment PR space while working with a small, creative, and fast-moving team.

What Were Looking For

We are looking for someone who is proactive, curious, and excited about the entertainment space. The right candidate should enjoy following game and anime trends, understand how online communities talk about entertainment, and be comfortable turning that knowledge into strong PR support.

This role is a good fit for someone who is still growing in their PR career but is ready to take on more ownership, communicate directly with media and clients, and contribute to campaigns for exciting games and entertainment projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support PR campaigns for games, anime, entertainment, and pop culture-related projects
  • Assist with media outreach, pitch development, and follow-up communication
  • Build and maintain media lists for gaming, entertainment, anime, lifestyle, and pop culture outlets
  • Draft, edit, and proofread PR materials, including press releases, media alerts, pitch emails, briefing documents, and client-facing summaries
  • Track media coverage, prepare reports, and support PR performance reporting
  • Research media trends, industry news, gaming communities, creators, and relevant cultural moments
  • Coordinate with internal team members, clients, media contacts, and external partners
  • Support event-related PR activities, including media invitations, press coordination, and post-event reporting
  • Help organize PR assets, press kits, screenshots, trailers, key art, and other campaign materials
  • Contribute ideas for PR angles, media opportunities, creator outreach, and campaign strategy

Requirements

  • 23+ years of professional PR experience, preferably in games, entertainment, or anime.
  • Strong interest in games, anime, entertainment, and pop culture
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience drafting PR materials, pitch emails, media lists, reports, or client-facing documents
  • Comfortable communicating with media, clients, and internal teams in a professional manner
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects at the same time
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating closely with a small team
  • Must be able to commute to our Torrance office 23 times per week
  • Must be based in the greater Los Angeles area or able to reliably work from the Torrance office as needed

Benefits

Compensation: $40$48/hour, depending on experience.

Candidates with direct games, anime, or entertainment PR experience, strong media relations experience, or Japanese/English bilingual skills may be considered at a higher rate.