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Level99 Entertainment

Entertainment Keyholder

Mclean, VA · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Highly organized with strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail * High ... volume entertainment or food & beverage business * Relevant Education: B.S. in Hospitality ...

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As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for entertainment writer in the United States is $38.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $47.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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As an Entertainment Writer, you need strong writing, research, and storytelling abilities, often supported by a background in journalism, communications, or English. Familiarity with digital publishing platforms, content management systems (CMS), and SEO best practices is typically required. Creativity, adaptability, and strong networking and interviewing skills help you stand out in this fast-paced field. These skills are crucial to producing engaging, timely content that resonates with audiences and meets the demands of various media outlets.

What are the typical responsibilities of an Entertainment Writer on a day-to-day basis?

Entertainment Writers typically research, pitch, and write articles or features on topics such as movies, music, television, celebrities, or pop culture trends. Their daily tasks may include conducting interviews, attending events or screening sessions, fact-checking information, and collaborating with editors and photographers. Writers are often responsible for meeting tight deadlines and adapting to breaking news or trending topics, especially in digital media environments. Working as part of a creative team, they may also contribute ideas for story angles and help maintain the publication’s unique voice and style.

What does an Entertainment Writer do?

An Entertainment Writer covers news, trends, and stories related to the entertainment industry, including movies, TV, music, celebrities, and pop culture. They research, write, and edit articles, reviews, interviews, and opinion pieces for websites, magazines, or newspapers. Strong writing skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential. Many writers work freelance, while others are employed by media outlets or publishing companies.

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Infographic showing various Entertainment Writer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,001 per year, or $38.9 per hour.

Entertainment Keyholder

Level99 Entertainment

Mclean, VA • On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Full-time

Posted 2 days ago

Job description

OVERVIEW
The Entertainment Keyholder is a junior manager at Level99, overseeing all entertainment operations to create a positive environment for Players and team members. They collaborate with entertainment and technical teams to maintain venue quality and can fill any entertainment role or act as Manager on Duty. A successful Keyholder is a proactive leader, coach, and guest advocate who embodies honesty, integrity, and humility.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Demonstrates responsibility and support for the upkeep, maintenance, cleanliness, and operations of the entertainment side of the venue, ensuring compliance with relevant federal/state laws, insurance requirements, Landlord regulations, and company policies
  • Prioritizes the players experience by anticipating needs and bringing timely suggestions to the Entertainment team
  • Models authentic, warm, approachable, and humble interpersonal interactions and instills best-in-class service thinking in the team
  • Continuously upholds Level99 brand and visual standards across all parts of the business, including product, experience, display standards, as well as environmental cleanliness and organization
  • Leads team members through effective and efficient operational execution, including shift tasks, POS functions, hands-on guest service, and proper facilities upkeep
  • Ensures guest safety within the venue, inclusive of entertainment safety, continuously monitoring and addressing any foreseeable risks to guest’s health and welfare, driving immediate resolution to any deviation from standard
  • Assists with all entertainment focused change management activities, ensuring effective and accurate communication of new product, service, and operational information, guiding the team to optimal performance
  • Assists with ensuring that labor and controllable costs stay consistently within guidelines set by the company
  • Executes best practice venue opening and closing and demonstrates excellent cash handling skills
  • Takes initiative, seeing what needs to be done and working with the Entertainment Management Team  to accomplish goals, in continual pursuit of improvement of our guest experience and venue performance
  • Other duties, as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Highly organized with strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail 
  • High integrity and professionalism
  • High School education or equivalent 
  • Understands, utilizes and embraces new technology and its implementation into our operation
  • A positive, joyful, upbeat and energetic attitude – leading by example
OTHER DESIRABLE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
  • 1+ years experience working as a leader/manager in high-volume entertainment or food & beverage business
  • Relevant Education: B.S. in Hospitality Management, or other related degree 
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs which will include days, nights, weekends and holidays as well as emergency responsiveness as required
  • Able to work eight hour-plus shifts, plus ability to stand, sit, squat or walk for extended periods of time, walk up and down stairs, and read
  • Able to grasp, reach overhead, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced, ever changing work environment
WHO WE ARE
 
Level99 is a sprawling playground designed for adults with over 50 life-sized mini-games where Players dodge axes, crack puzzles, and outsmart real-world challenges. Each game lasts about 1–4 minutes and is built for 2–6 people to play together. One ticket to Level99 unlocks access to all of our games including Challenge Rooms, Player-vs-Player duels, and an art scavenger hunt. We save your progress each time you play so you can earn rewards and climb our coveted leaderboard.
 
Alongside the games, Level99 offers a full-service bar and award-winning restaurant – featuring scratch-cooking, local craft beers, handmade cocktails, and a variety of event spaces. Level99 has locations in Natick, MA, Providence, RI, Tysons, VA, and is opening in West Hartford, CT, Disney Springs, FL, King of Prussia, PA, Paramus, NJ, and Raleigh, NC. Level99 is backed by Act III Holdings, led by Panera founder Ron Shaich, and we have a talented team that has worked on successful entertainment projects ranging from 5 Wits to Walt Disney Imagineering. Visit www.level99.com for more details. 
 
 
While we don’t expect a candidate to have deep experience in all of the above, we’re looking for someone with the passion and capability to learn quickly in the areas that are new!
 
YOU MIGHT BE A FIT ON THE LEVEL99 TEAM IF YOU…
  • Like to laugh, would be described as a "low maintenance, low drama" person, have a tendency to have a bit of fun while you work
  • Have a high tolerance for ambiguity, like to go fast, and are excited to learn on the job
  • Are just a little bit obsessive about getting the details right the first time
  • Have a high energy personality, the kind of person who is typically smiling, and likes to "get it done now
 
Level99 is an E-Verify employer.