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Venue Usher Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Venue Usher Lead - The Magnolia

El Cajon, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $24.50/hr

As an usher, greeter or ticket taker, you help to ensure safety, help to maintain the cleanliness of the venue and engage with guests to assist with their needs before, during and after the show. As ...

As an usher, greeter, or ticket taker, you help ensure the safety of all guests and the venue at all times. In addition to this responsibility, you will often be one of the first points of contact ...

Usher Captain

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16 - $16.80/hr

... venue policies, including late seating, food and beverage, and photography guidelinesCoordinate ADA and accessible seating assistanceMonitor usher performance and reposition team members as ...

Enforce venue policies, including late seating, food and beverage, and photography guidelines * Coordinate ADA and accessible seating assistance * Monitor usher performance and reposition team ...

Usher

Grove, OK · On-site

$21/hr

Usher Pay Details: The starting hourly rate for this position is $21.00 per hour. OCVIBE is seeking ... Ushers are expected to uphold the venue's quality standards and help create a safe, fun, and ...

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How much do venue usher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for venue usher 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.

What does a venue usher do?

A venue usher is responsible for assisting guests at events such as concerts, theater performances, or sports games. Their duties typically include checking tickets, guiding attendees to their seats, providing directions, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ushers may also help manage crowd flow, answer questions about the venue, and provide assistance in case of emergencies. Good communication and customer service skills are important for this role, as ushers are often the first point of contact for guests.

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

To thrive as a Venue Usher, you need strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with ticketing systems, handheld scanners, and basic crowd management tools is often required. Excellent communication, patience, and problem-solving abilities help ensure a positive experience for guests. These skills are essential for maintaining order, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality service at events.

What are some typical challenges venue ushers face during large events, and how can they effectively manage them?

Venue Ushers often encounter challenges such as managing large crowds, ensuring guest safety, and addressing seating disputes during major events. Effectively handling these situations requires strong communication skills, a calm demeanor, and familiarity with the venue layout. Ushers should be proactive in guiding guests, remain approachable for questions, and work closely with security and event staff to resolve any issues quickly. Continuous on-the-job training and teamwork are essential for navigating these challenges successfully.

What is the difference between Venue Usher vs Ticket Seller?

AspectVenue UsherTicket Seller
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; customer service skillsHigh school diploma or equivalent; sales experience helpful
Work EnvironmentEvent venues, theaters, stadiumsBox offices, ticket booths, online platforms
Employer & Industry UsageEvent venues, entertainment industryEvent venues, ticketing companies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Venue Ushers primarily assist guests inside event venues, ensuring safety and comfort, while Ticket Sellers handle ticket transactions and sales. Both roles require customer service skills and are common in the entertainment industry, but they focus on different stages of the event experience.

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Venue Usher (VB Amphitheater)

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

Livenation
Hospitality Services • 10K+ employees

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Greet guests, scan tickets, and assist with seating and guest questions before, during, and after the event.

  • Help maintain venue safety, cleanliness, and presentation throughout the event.

  • Assist guests with special needs, provide directions, and guide guests to exits or in case of emergency.


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Job description

Job Summary:

Who Are We?

Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment and eCommerce company, comprised of four market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, Front Line Management Group and Live Nation Network.

As the largest producer of live music concerts, Live Nation Concerts operates over 45 venues across the United States. For additional information, visit http://www.livenationentertainment.com/.

Who Are You?

Employees have a leading role in the service experience our guests have. The extent to which we recognize our employees for service well done, is the extent to which they will care not only for the guests, but for each other.

That's why SAFETY for employees and guests is our first priority. We show CARE around every corner and look to create ENCORE moments of service excellence for everyone. And our commitment to EFFICIENCY, is our way of staying well-organized. So join us! We need these kinds of skills and talents as we Create Once in a Lifetime Experiences for our Fans.

The Role:

As an usher, greeter or ticket taker, you help to ensure safety, help to maintain the cleanliness of the venue and engage with guests to assist with their needs before, during and after the show.

Job Functions:

  • Greet guests, scan guest tickets upon entry to the venue, answer guest questions, assist guests with locating their seats and examines tickets for entry to various seat levels around the venue during the event.
  • Assist with keeping the venue safe, clean and presentable to the guest.
  • Resolve guest complaints or problems.
  • Examine tickets or passes to verify authenticity.
  • Provide assistance to with guests with special needs, such as helping with seat accommodations.
  • Show CARE by participating in venue recycling efforts before, during and after the show.
  • Guide guests to exits or provide other instructions or assistance in case of emergency.
  • May assist in verifying staff credentials to generally restricted areas.
  • Show CARE by participating in venue recycling efforts before, during and after the show.
  • Assist patrons by giving directions places inside or outside the venue.
  • Ensure guests are safely enjoying the show.
  • May help at informational kiosks or displays around the venue.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • At least 1+ year in a guest service role preferred
  • Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Acute sense of judgment, tact and diplomacy
  • Position requires constant walking, climbing stairs and occasional sitting, lifting and carrying 25 lbs+

If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online today!

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Live Nation Entertainment strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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 Entertainment recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation Entertainment 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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