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Petersen Automotive Museum

Tour Guide

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20/hr

... senior groups, and can include people from different countries, different learning levels and different abilities. In addition to sharing educational content, it is important that tour guides manage ...

TaylorMade Golf Co.

Tour Representative

Carlsbad, CA · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

This role reports to the Senior Putter Representative managing putter operations in the field ... Maximize the amount of TaylorMade equipment and specifically putters in play on Tour and other ...

TaylorMade Golf

Tour Representative

Carlsbad, CA

$80K - $95K/yr

This role reports to the Senior Putter Representative managing putter operations in the field ... Maximize the amount of TaylorMade equipment and specifically putters in play on Tour and other ...

Westgate Resorts

Tour Desk Agent

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Pay: $18.00 As a Tour Desk Agent , you'll be the friendly face that sets the tone for an ... Provide clerical assistance to the General Manager and Senior Management as necessary. * Help with ...

Westgate Resorts

Tour Desk Agent

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$18/hr

Pay: $18.00 As a Tour Desk Agent , you'll be the friendly face that sets the tone for an ... Provide clerical assistance to the General Manager and Senior Management as necessary. * Help with ...

Westgate Resorts

Tour Desk Agent

Las Vegas, NV

$18/hr

Pay: $18.00 As a Tour Desk Agent , you'll be the friendly face that sets the tone for an ... Provide clerical assistance to the General Manager and Senior Management as necessary. * Help with ...

EF Education First

Tour Consultant

Denver, CO · On-site

$10K/mo

What You'll Do: • Manage and grow a geographic territory of existing and prospective clients ... for a senior sales position with an increase to $85,000 OTE. Full comp plan details, and future ...

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How much do senior tour manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior tour manager in the United States is $23.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Tour Manager vs Tour Coordinator?

AspectSenior Tour ManagerTour Coordinator
CredentialsExperience in tour planning, management certificationsEntry-level experience, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentLeads planning, oversees multiple tours, manages teamsAssists with logistics, coordinates schedules, supports managers
Industry UsageUsed in music, entertainment, sports industries for senior rolesCommon in event planning, travel companies, supporting roles

The main difference is that a Senior Tour Manager oversees the entire tour operation, manages teams, and handles complex logistics, while a Tour Coordinator supports the planning process, handles day-to-day tasks, and reports to senior staff. Both roles require strong organizational skills, but the Senior Tour Manager has more leadership responsibilities and experience requirements.

What are Senior Tour Managers?

Senior Tour Managers are experienced professionals responsible for organizing, coordinating, and overseeing travel itineraries and logistics for groups, artists, or clients on tours. They handle everything from booking accommodations and transportation to managing schedules, budgets, and client or artist needs throughout the tour. Senior Tour Managers often supervise junior staff and act as the main point of contact, ensuring the tour runs smoothly and efficiently. Their role requires excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as extensive industry knowledge.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Tour Manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Senior Tour Manager, you need extensive knowledge of travel logistics, itinerary planning, budgeting, and experience in group travel management, often backed by a degree in tourism or hospitality. Proficiency in travel management software, booking platforms, and possibly certifications like Certified Tour Professional (CTP) are commonly required. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving abilities, and strong interpersonal communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure smooth, enjoyable tours, efficient handling of challenges, and high client satisfaction.

What are some common challenges a Senior Tour Manager faces when coordinating large international tours?

Senior Tour Managers often encounter challenges such as managing complex logistics across multiple countries, navigating different regulations and customs requirements, and ensuring seamless communication among diverse team members, artists, and clients. Handling last-minute changes—like travel disruptions or venue adjustments—requires quick problem-solving and adaptability. Building strong relationships with local vendors and maintaining a detailed schedule are essential for keeping tours on track and ensuring a high-quality experience for both performers and audiences.
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Tour Guide

Tour Guide

Petersen Automotive Museum

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

About Petersen Automotive Museum
We are more than just an iconic museum, we're a fast-paced, high-energy team driven by innovation, passion, and a deep love for car culture and storytelling. From world-class exhibitions to unforgettable events, we bring history, design, and horsepower to life every day. We work hard, we move fast, and we have a blast doing it, all while pushing the boundaries of what a museum can be. If you're ready to shift into high gear with a crew that values creativity, integrity, and a good laugh along the way... you'll fit right in.
About the role
The Petersen Automotive Museum is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to explore and
present the history of the automobile and its impact on global life and culture using Los Angeles
as the prime example.
Tour Guides at the Petersen must learn and retain knowledge of the cars and other relevant
artifacts that make up the collection and articulate the most interesting stories about those cars
to the public. Tours may cover the whole museum or select portions of the museum, including
the Vault. Tour groups can range from families with children up to senior groups, and can
include people from different countries, different learning levels and different abilities. In addition
to sharing educational content, it is important that tour guides manage, control, and entertain
their tour groups. Training to be a tour guide includes studying training materials, shadowing
veteran guides and observing their presentation styles, buddying up with veteran guides to give
collaborative tours, and giving several practice tours to staff. Upon successful completion of the
training period, a new guide can then begin to lead public tours.
What you'll do
  • Leading tours of the museum, or portions of it, lasting anywhere from 15 minutes to 3 hours (standard tour lengths are one hour for museum tours and 90 minutes for Vault tours).
  • Engaging and entertaining guests on tours. Tours may include up to 50 guests.
  • Researching cars and artifacts and maintaining knowledge of the collection.
  • Preparing a tour strategy that covers a broad portion of the tour's target while fitting
  • within time constraints.
  • Working with other guides in research and preparation.
  • Adjusting and modifying tour content as requested by their supervisor and/or the museum administration. This includes learning information about cars that may only temporarily be on display.
  • Wearing the required uniform during all tours, which includes a red Petersen polo shirt, black pants and shoes, and a nametag.
  • Attend all trainings and read all training materials.
  • Arriving in advance of tours in order to walk through the museum, making themselves aware of any changes.
  • Committing to a regular schedule while also being able to pick up additional shifts.
  • Cooperating with security and museum staff in managing groups to ensure guest safetyand preservation of the collection.
  • Docent will be on call for tour requests and may be required to do a tour last minute if the tour is booked on the day of their shift.
  • Train to Gallery Interpret and interpret in the galleries during shifts that do not have tours.
  • Opportunity to learn and facilitate School Tours is available if docent is comfortable working with students grades K-12.
  • Adhering to the policies and codes of conduct laid out in the Petersen Museum's Employee Handbook.

Qualifications
  • This position requires a highly motivated, creative, and outgoing person who enjoys
  • working with the public and volunteers.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and ability to learn quickly.
  • Applicants must be able to work varied hours including evenings or weekends.
  • Weekends required

Education and Experience
Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required:
• 2 years of college experience preferred
Minimum Experience required:
• None
The pay range for this role is:
20 - 20 USD per hour (Petersen Automotive Museum)

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