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CLERK-PLAYERS CLUB

Cape Girardeau, MO

$16.25 - $22/hr

Player Development Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY The employee in this position ... keyboard and telephone. • Must be able to multi-task. • Must be able to read, write and ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Keyboard Player, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Keyboard Player, you need a strong foundation in music theory, sight-reading, and proficient keyboard technique, often supported by formal music education or significant performance experience. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs), MIDI controllers, synthesizers, and sound design tools is typically required for modern performances and studio work. Creativity, adaptability, and strong collaboration skills help set exceptional keyboard players apart, especially when working with bands or ensembles. These skills ensure versatility, high-quality performances, and successful integration into diverse musical settings.

What are the typical collaborative dynamics for a keyboard player within a live band setting?

As a keyboard player in a live band, you’ll often work closely with other musicians such as guitarists, drummers, and vocalists to create a cohesive sound. Collaboration is key, as you may be responsible for filling in harmonic textures, supporting melodies, and sometimes leading with solos or distinctive riffs. It’s common to participate in regular rehearsals to align on arrangements, transitions, and improvisational segments. Communication and adaptability are important, as setlists or musical directions can change, requiring you to adjust your playing style to fit various genres and group dynamics.

What does a keyboard player do?

A keyboard player is a musician who specializes in playing keyboard instruments such as the piano, organ, or synthesizer. They may perform as part of a band, orchestra, or as solo artists, and are often responsible for creating harmonies, melodies, and various sound effects in musical arrangements. In addition to live performances, keyboard players may also work in recording studios, composing or arranging music, and using digital keyboards to produce a wide range of sounds. Their role can vary greatly depending on the genre of music and the specific needs of the group or project they are involved with.

What is the difference between Keyboard Player vs Musician?

AspectKeyboard PlayerMusician
CredentialsOften requires proficiency in keyboard instruments, basic music theoryVaries widely; may include formal music education or self-taught skills
Work EnvironmentLive performances, recording studios, rehearsalsConcerts, studio recordings, teaching, composing
Industry UsageCommon in bands, orchestras, solo actsBroad; includes all instrumentalists and vocalists
Search & Comparison IntentSpecific to keyboard playing rolesBroader; includes all types of musicians

The main difference is that a Keyboard Player specializes in playing keyboard instruments, often in band or studio settings, while a Musician encompasses a wider range of instrumentalists and vocalists across various genres and roles. The Keyboard Player is a subset of the broader musician category, focusing specifically on keyboard skills and related work environments.

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Player Services Assistant Shift Manager

Player Services Assistant Shift Manager

PENN Entertainment, Inc.

Dayton, OH

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


PENN Entertainment rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 104 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

20th of 47 rated entertainment


Job description

We’re always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, you’ll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and nights are fast paced. You’ll work with an incredibly diverse set of coworkers driven by their enthusiasm for helping people find and have more fun. You’ll also get to work at a company that cares about your career growth and will help you get the support you need to expand your possibilities.

Initial placement within the salary range is based on an individual's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is just one component of our competitive Total Rewards package, which includes wellness programs designed to support our team members' financial, physical, and mental well-being. Specific benefits—such as day-one medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and annual performance bonus—may vary by position. Paid time off is earned according to the local policy and increases with the length of employment.

Click HERE to discover how we empower team members to grow, thrive, and advance in their careers.


Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following and other duties may be assigned as necessary:

  • Responsible for providing guidance and daily supervision to staff in the department. Supports and administers operational goals and monitors achievements of performance and profit objectives.
  • Adheres to scheduling and coordinates with manager any scheduling concerns, with attention to guest satisfaction.
  • Responsible for supporting compliance to departmental budgets.
  • Enthusiastically supports, actively promotes, and demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with department and company standards and programs.  Ensures customer service standards are followed by all team members and addresses issues as they arise. 
  • Assists in acquisition of new players through the continuous promotion of the Marquee Rewards card program and the special benefits of card membership.
  • Reports any Marketing issues to Manager.
  • Reports to guest inquiries and reports issues to Manager for guest recovery.
  • Responsible for ensuring the compliance with all regulatory compliance within area of responsibility and reporting potential issues to management.
  • Ensures all staff are trained and follow CTR and SARC procedures; responsible for making sure all paperwork is completed and reported in accordance with established compliance  procedures.  
  • Maintains strict confidentiality in all departmental and company matters.

Qualification Requirements  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be at least 18 years of age.

  • High school diploma/GED; or one to two years customer service related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must have be proficient in computer knowledge to include keyboarding skills, all Microsoft Office applications, email usage, and database, spreadsheets, and word processing software.
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Flexible to work all shifts including holidays, nights, weekends, and overtime as business needs dictate.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
  • Must have the ability to interact with guests, staff and colleagues and resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job may or may not have supervisory responsibilities.

  • Manages work procedures and expedites workflow.
  • Provides coaching and counseling to team members.

Language Skills

  • Ability to read and interpret documents in English, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in in English may also be required.

Reasoning Ability

  • Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • Employee must be able to qualify for licenses and permits required by federal, state and local regulations.
  • Must successfully complete or TIPS training.

Physical Demands 

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and must have the ability to push, pull, reach, bend, twist, stoop, stack, crouch, kneel and balance when performing job duties in varying work areas such as confined spaces.

Work Environment

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
  • Employee could be exposed to an environment containing unrestricted second hand tobacco smoke.

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Starting from $42,500 annually based on experience

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