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Freelance In Person Event Host- Austin, TX

Austin, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Background in acting, comedy, improv or similar profession that requires engaging and interacting with an audience is a bonus and not required * Experience with group facilitation and managing group ...

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As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for improv 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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An Improv Comedy job involves performing spontaneous, unscripted scenes based on audience suggestions or prompts. Improvisers rely on collaboration, quick thinking, and creativity to entertain audiences in live performances, corporate events, or training workshops. Some improv comedians also teach workshops or use their skills in acting, writing, or public speaking. This role requires strong comedic instincts, adaptability, and the ability to work well with others in unpredictable situations.

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To thrive in Improv Comedy, you need strong performance skills, quick thinking, and creative storytelling abilities, often gained through formal theater training or experience in comedic acting. Familiarity with stage lighting, microphones, and basic sound systems is helpful, though industry-standard certifications are not typically required. Standout performers possess excellent teamwork, adaptability, and audience engagement skills. These abilities are essential for creating compelling, spontaneous performances that resonate with audiences and successfully collaborating with fellow performers.

What are common day-to-day responsibilities for someone working in Improv Comedy?

In an Improv Comedy role, your day-to-day activities often include rehearsing games and scenes with your troupe, participating in workshops to hone your skills, and performing in live shows or corporate events. You may also spend time developing new material, engaging with audiences, and collaborating with other comedians or event organizers. Flexibility is key, as schedules may vary depending on performance times and venue requirements. This dynamic environment provides opportunities to consistently improve your craft and build professional connections within the comedy and entertainment community.

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Freelance In Person Event Host- New York, NY

Freelance In Person Event Host- New York, NY

Visit.org

New York, NY • On-site

$16.25 - $22/hr

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Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Visit.org is looking for a passionate and ambitious Freelance In-Person Event Host in New York, NY to join our Events team on a contract basis. The Event Host will facilitate interactive social impact experiences for our corporate partner on location for in-person event(s) This is an opportunity for an individual with stage experience who finds comfort in front of a crowd and wants to contribute their skills to positively impact local communities around the world. The right candidate will be based in New York, NY, and have corporate event experience, entrepreneurial spirit, extreme passion for our mission, and the energy and discipline to come in and be a builder in a start-up tech environment.
What Motivates Us
There is room for everyone! We empower each other to innovate and create processes that use technology to generate meaningful, lasting change. We enjoy the challenge of finding solutions to problems that are not a way around it but through it. We're driven by the opportunity to help enterprises and their employees around the world to contribute to their communities.
About Visit.org:
Visit.org is an enterprise SaaS company delivering purpose for a more engaged workforce. With its proprietary content across 90+ countries, Visit.org is providing the infrastructure and content for purpose-driven employee and client engagement. Some of our customers include Colgate, ADP, IBM, Adobe, Twitch, Nielsen, and others.
Role & Responsibilities:
  • Be the host for a fun, engaging, team building, social impact activities, experiences and events that support a great cause
  • Welcome, engage, and inspire participants while supporting nonprofits in facilitating the in-person event

Requirements
Qualifications:
  • Fluent in English
  • Based in New York, NY
  • Availability to work on a contract per event basis
  • Comfortable interacting with groups of people as well as one on one as they keep the events flowing and the participants engaged
  • Easy conversationalists with lots of energy, charismatic personality, and a sense of fun
  • Background in acting, comedy, improv or similar profession that requires engaging and interacting with an audience is a bonus and not required
  • Experience with group facilitation and managing group dynamics
  • High energy and a positive attitude
  • Quick thinker-sometimes during events, things go wrong; you can problem-solve on the fly
  • Extremely comfortable with and enjoys public speaking
  • Excellent customer service and presentation skills

Benefits
This is an on location, in person , per event contract role in New York, NY. This role is open only to those candidates already based in New York, NY. No relocation packages are offered at this time.

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