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The Great Escape Room

Escape Room Lead

Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site

The Great Escape Room is a fast growing, family-owned company offering a high-quality escape room experience. Established in 2014, we have several locations across the Eastern United States. We are ...

The Great Escape Room

Escape Room Host

Rochester, NY · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The Great Escape Room is a fast growing, family-owned company offering a high-quality escape room experience. Established in 2014, we have several locations across the Eastern United States. We are ...

The Great Escape Room

Escape Room Host

Rochester, NY · On-site

$15 - $16/hr

The Great Escape Room is a fast growing, family-owned company offering a high-quality escape room experience. Established in 2014, we have several locations across the Eastern United States. We are ...

The Great Escape Room

Escape Room Lead

Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site

$18 - $28/hr

The Great Escape Room is a fast growing, family-owned company offering a high-quality escape room experience. Established in 2014, we have several locations across the Eastern United States. We are ...

Evasive Escape Rooms LLC

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Game Master - Escape Room

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$16/hr

We are seeking an energetic, reliable, and customer-focused Game Master to guide guests through immersive escape room experiences. The Game Master is responsible for hosting groups, monitoring ...

Evasive Escape Rooms LLC

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Game Master - Escape Room

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$16/hr

We are seeking an energetic, reliable, and customer-focused Game Master to guide guests through immersive escape room experiences. The Game Master is responsible for hosting groups, monitoring ...

Great Escape

Hiring Event - Great Escape

Des Moines, IA

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Great Escape - 655 NE 56th St, Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 Become part of a vibrant atmosphere filled with dynamic experiences and endless possibilities! We're changing the way people think about the ...

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How much do escape jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for escape in the United States is $76,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $80,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are escape room jobs?

Escape room jobs involve working at venues where groups solve puzzles and complete challenges to 'escape' a themed room within a set time limit. Common roles include game master (who guides players and monitors games), puzzle designer, customer service representative, and event coordinator. Employees may also be responsible for resetting rooms, providing safety instructions, and ensuring an engaging experience for guests. These jobs require strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a passion for customer interaction. Escape room staff often work evenings and weekends to accommodate group bookings.

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

To thrive as an Escapologist, you need exceptional physical agility, problem-solving skills, and a thorough understanding of locks, restraints, and escape techniques, often supported by training in stage performance or related disciplines. Mastery of tools such as handcuffs, lock picks, and various stage apparatus is vital, along with knowledge of safety protocols. Creativity, quick thinking, and strong stage presence are crucial soft skills for captivating audiences and ensuring safety during performances. These skills are important for delivering engaging, safe, and impressive escape acts that both entertain and protect the performer.

What is the difference between Escape vs Security Guard?

AspectEscapeSecurity Guard
Required CredentialsBasic safety training, possibly first aidSecurity license, background check
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, entertainment sites, escape roomsBuildings, malls, private properties
Employer & IndustryEvent organizers, entertainment venuesSecurity firms, private companies
Common Search IntentEscape room jobs, event safety rolesSecurity job listings, patrol roles

Escape roles typically involve facilitating escape room experiences or managing safety during events, requiring basic safety training. Security Guard positions focus on protecting property and people, often requiring licensing and background checks. While both roles emphasize safety, Escape is more entertainment and event-focused, whereas Security Guard is security and protection-oriented.

What are some common challenges faced by Escape Room Game Masters, and how can they be addressed?

Escape Room Game Masters often encounter challenges such as managing diverse group dynamics, ensuring game flow without revealing too much, and handling technical issues with props or puzzles. To address these, strong communication and quick problem-solving skills are essential. Regular training, clear protocols, and teamwork with other staff members help maintain a smooth and engaging experience for players. Remaining calm and adaptable under pressure is also key to handling unexpected situations effectively.
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Escape Room Game Moderator

Escape Room Game Moderator

Escape Room Hershey

Hershey, PA

$10/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Are you passionate about giving first-rate customer service and looking for part-time work at a unique business? Join the Escape Room team!

Escape Room Hershey has 3 original escape room experiences, each with a unique goal to be solved within 1 hour. Participants work as a team using wits, intuition, logic, and communication with team members to solve puzzles and connect clues before the time runs out. We welcome groups of friends, families, team-building groups from companies and organizations, and anyone else eager to put down their devices for an hour to test their minds in a fun and innovative game.

Job Description

The Escape Room Game Moderator must possess the ability to multi-task, be able to work in a fast-paced, family friendly environment and be passionate about their work and contributions to Escape Room Lancaster. This person will be responsible for all aspects of customer service in running groups through escape games, while being assertive and ready to problem-solve different kinds of situations.

Essential Job Functions required of ALL Employees of Escape Room:

  • Provide exceptional guest and customer service via phone calls and one-on-one interactions: Greet all customers via phone or in person in a friendly and professional manner. Applicants need to be comfortable communicating and working with guests, supervisors and peers.
  • Assist in event set-up, including staging and re-setting the puzzle/game room, paying attention to specific details to ensure that all game elements are set up properly.
  • Welcome guests as they arrive, explain rules and strategies and answer any questions they may have prior to entering the puzzle room.
  • Monitor each event from the control room, providing clues as needed and addressing any questions or problems that arise, and then take pictures at end of experience.
  • Support marketing efforts and promotions, including social media.
  • Open and closing activities for the facility including cleaning bathroom, taking out trash, and organizing props and reception area.
  • Clean and maintain the facility: front room, prop area, escape rooms, control rooms, bathrooms. Being a small business, we expect everyone from Moderators to Managers to do it ALL!
  • Report to and follow directions of the management team regarding daily schedule and duties.
Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Customer Service experience is required. A minimum of 2-3 years is preferred.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task and problem-solve
  • Comfortable in an ever-changing environment and be able to remain effective during busy, stressful times
  • Computer skills and ability to support social media initiatives
  • Ability to consistently work weekday afternoons/evenings and weekends. Availability for at least 3 Saturday shifts per month is required.
  • Ability to work more hours during Holiday season
  • Reliable transportation
  • Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying props up to 30 lbs.

Working Conditions:

  • Job Type: Part-time. 12-15 hours per week.
  • Shifts occur on weekday afternoons and evenings Wednesday-Friday, and weekend hours on Saturday and Sunday.
  • Additional hours available during holiday seasons
  • Indoors and seated for up to an hour at a time.

Rate of pay: $10 per hour

*Equal Opportunity Employer
*Escape Room Hershey does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $10.00 /hour

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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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