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Security - Venue Staff

Louisville, KY

$15.25 - $18/hr

This person will guard, patrol, and/or monitor the venue premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate metal detector equipment. WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO * Responsible for ...

Maintain timely communication with the Venue Operations team and venue staff, relay concerns, and provide feedback for improvement. Who You Are * A strong communicator who can confidently engage with ...

Help facilitate, in collaboration with other venue leaders, large-scale on-site venue staff training. Work with Department Managers and Supervisors to ensure the venue's service standards of Safety ...

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How much do venue staff jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for venue staff in the United States is $64,055.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $83,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is venue staff?

Venue staff are employees who work at event locations such as stadiums, theaters, concert halls, and conference centers. Their duties may include ticketing, ushering guests, setting up equipment, maintaining cleanliness, providing customer service, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Venue staff play a crucial role in delivering a smooth and enjoyable experience for both event organizers and attendees. Depending on the event and venue size, their specific responsibilities can vary widely.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as venue staff?

To thrive as Venue Staff, you need strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems, ticketing software, and basic safety protocols is commonly required. Adaptability, teamwork, and effective communication help staff handle large crowds and diverse situations with professionalism. These skills ensure smooth operations, positive guest experiences, and a safe, well-managed event environment.

What are some common challenges faced by venue staff, and how can they be managed effectively?

Venue Staff often encounter challenges such as managing large crowds, adapting to fast-paced environments, and handling unexpected situations like last-minute changes or guest concerns. Effective communication with team members and supervisors is crucial to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction. Staying organized, remaining calm under pressure, and being proactive in addressing issues help Venue Staff excel in their roles and contribute to a positive event experience.

What is the difference between Venue Staff vs Event Staff?

AspectVenue StaffEvent Staff
CredentialsMay require basic customer service or hospitality certificationsOften similar, may include event-specific training
Work EnvironmentPrimarily at venues like theaters, stadiums, or conference centersAt various event locations, including outdoor and indoor settings
Employer & IndustryEvent venues, entertainment, sports, hospitalityEvent planning companies, catering, festivals
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for venue-related roles or hospitality jobsPeople interested in event setup, coordination, or staffing

Venue Staff and Event Staff roles often overlap but differ mainly in work setting. Venue Staff typically work within specific venues like theaters or stadiums, focusing on customer service and facility operations. Event Staff work across various event types, assisting with setup, guest management, and logistics. Both roles require similar certifications and are essential in the event industry, but their work environments and employer types distinguish them.

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Infographic showing various Venue Staff job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,055 per year, or $30.8 per hour.

Security - Venue Staff

Louisville, KY

Livenation
Hospitality Services • 10K+ employees

$15.25 - $18/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 50,000 events annually for nearly 7,000 artists in 40+ countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect more than 1,200 sponsors with the 145 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visitwww.livenationentertainment.com.

WHO ARE YOU?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!

THE JOB

US Concerts is seeking a Security Officer. This person will guard, patrol, and/or monitor the venue premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate metal detector equipment.

WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO

  • Responsible for the safety and security of patrons, employees, and assets.
  • Conduct patrols of the building on a regular basis. Respond to all security & safety related calls in a timely manner. Exhibit exemplary conduct & appearance while on duty.
  • Comply with & adhere to all the department's performance, conduct & attendance standards.
  • Perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without the loss of efficiency or composure.
  • Comply with all the legal & ethical instructions given by the Security Supervisors on duty and the Manager of Security.
  • Adhere to the Security department's policies and procedures.
  • Investigate and compile accurate incident reports.
  • Complete all assigned tasks within the guidelines and deadlines set by the Security Supervisors and/or the Manager of Security.
  • Interact with patrons, vendors, and employees in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Other duties as assigned.

WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING

  • Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English.
  • An understanding of the rule of law and the relevant penal codes.
  • Ability to represent the Security Department in an exemplary manner.
  • Ability to effectively perform in crises and work under pressure without the loss of composure.
  • Ability to memorize, recollect, and quickly retrieve relevant information.
  • Ability to interact effectively and calmly with angry or emotional patrons and employees during intensely aggravated circumstances.
  • Ability to walk, stand, lift at least 45 lbs., reach, pull, push, grasp and drag.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.


Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality,or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.

We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.

HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.


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