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KBA Retail LLC

Server

Washington, DC · On-site

$8/hr

... Range $8 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift Any Job Category Restaurant - Food Service ... sips and comedy nights. Our full-service cafe and bar, combined with our extended hours and ...

KBA Retail LLC

Server

Washington, DC

$8/hr

... Range $8 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift Any Job Category Restaurant - Food Service ... sips and comedy nights. Our full-service cafe and bar, combined with our extended hours and ...

ATG Entertainment USA

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Server and Runner

New York, NY · On-site

$20.76/hr

Joining our team will require training and shadow shifts that will be compensated for at the hourly ... and comedy shows. ATG also owns a leading ticketing platform processing more than 18 million ...

KBA Retail LLC

Server

Washington, DC · On-site

$8/hr

... Range $8 Hourly Travel Percentage None Job Shift Any Job Category Restaurant - Food Service ... sips and comedy nights. Our full-service cafe and bar, combined with our extended hours and ...

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As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for hourly 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.

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Hourly comedians often face challenges such as varying audience engagement, maintaining energy throughout multiple sets, and adapting their material to different venues or crowds. Building resilience and flexibility is key, as each performance may require adjusting jokes or delivery style on the fly. Collaborating with other comedians and seeking feedback can help improve stage presence, while consistent practice and self-care ensure stamina during back-to-back shows.

What is an hourly comedy job?

An hourly comedy job typically refers to positions where comedians or comedy performers are paid by the hour to entertain audiences. These jobs can include performing stand-up routines, improv, or sketch comedy at clubs, events, or private functions. Hourly comedy jobs may also involve emceeing, writing comedic material, or participating in comedy workshops. The pay rate and job structure can vary depending on the venue, experience level, and location. Many comedians start in hourly roles to build experience and exposure before pursuing larger gigs or full-time careers.

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To thrive as a Comedy Writer, you need a strong command of language, sharp wit, and a deep understanding of comedic timing, usually supported by experience in writing, performing, or producing comedic content. Familiarity with scriptwriting software like Final Draft, and experience with content management systems or digital platforms, is often expected. Creativity, adaptability, and the ability to accept feedback are vital soft skills for crafting engaging material and collaborating with others. These skills and qualities are essential for consistently producing fresh, relevant, and entertaining content that resonates with diverse audiences.
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Concession Worker | Part-Time | Macon Centerplex

Oak View Group

Macon, GA • On-site

$11 - $13/hr

Part-time

Retirement

Posted 15 days ago

Oak View Group rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 78 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 35 rated event venues

Job description

Oak View Group
Oak View Group (OVG) is the global leader in premium live entertainment infrastructure and services, with a platform spanning venue development and end-to-end capabilities across venue management, hospitality, and sponsorship sales. Founded in 2015, the company serves a collection of seven world-class owned venues and a client roster of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions, spanning four continents.
Position Summary
The Concessions Worker prepares and serves concession items to guests. Prepares and pours beverages and serves them to guests. Ensures quality of food presentation. Utilizes a cash register and accepts payment. Must be able to maintain excellent attendance in accordance with the attendance policy.
This role pays an hourly rate of $11.00-$13.00 and is tips eligible
Benefits for Part-Time roles: 401(k) Savings Plan and 401(k) matching
EVERGREEN ROLE: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; there is no application deadline.
About the Venue
The Macon Centreplex is comprised of the Macon Coliseum and Macon City Auditorium. The Macon Coliseum is home to tenant hockey team, the Macon Mayhem and sits 9,000 patrons. Family shows, concerts, trade shows, GHSA, among others, are frequent entertainment in the venue. The Macon City Auditorium first opened in 1925 and has hosted iconic greats like Otis Redding, The Allman Brothers, and Little Richard. The venue hosts concerts, weddings, private galas, comedy shows, among other events, in its 2,500 seat space. The 10,000 capacity Amphitheater opened in Spring of 2024 with concerts, comedy shows, graduations, and community events.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct the cash register sales by taking orders, building orders, and completing the transaction.
  • Ability to build orders, prepare food, and knowledge in all areas of concessions operations.
  • Responsible for maintaining stock and supply levels and communicating to the Concessions Stand Manger
    of low stock items.
  • Listening and responding to customer requests or concerns
  • Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized workspace including but not limited to disposal of
    garbage & cleaning dishes.
  • Serve beverages to guests including alcoholic beverages responsibly. Must check guest's ID in accordance
    with state/federal regulations to verify minimum age requirement for purchase of alcoholic beverages.
  • Maintains sanitation, health and safety standards in work areas

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Must be 18 or over
  • Three or more months' experience in food service industry preferred
  • Previous cash handling experience preferred.
  • Ability to learn to handle cash and learn to operate a cash register and corresponding system
  • Excellent interpersonal skills & a friendly, positive attitude with co-workers, managers, volunteers & guests

Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people, improves our service, and raises our excellence. Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis ("protected class") including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

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