Tour Guide - Salem Pub Crawl

US Ghost Adventures; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tours for you

Discounted tours for family

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

US Ghost Adventures is seeking energetic storytellers to lead Haunted Pub Crawl tours in Salem, MA. You will guide groups through historic venues, sharing local lore and ghost stories with a fun, entertaining vibe.

Ideal candidates have strong public speaking skills, a passion for history, and enjoy performing. Part-time position with flexible scheduling and opportunities for free or discounted tours across the country.

Qualifications

• Excellent public speaking skills and ability to engage diverse tour groups.
• Strong storytelling ability with knack for history and folklore.
• Customer-service oriented with a friendly, entertaining approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of up to 20 guests on walking pub crawl tours through historic Salem.
• Deliver engaging historical narratives, true crime anecdotes, and ghost stories with enthusiasm.

Skills

Public speaking

Storytelling

Guest engagement

Job description

Tour Guide - Salem Pub Crawl

Location: Salem, MA

Job Type: Part-time

Compensation: $40.00 per hour

Position Overview

US Ghost Adventures is seeking engaging storytellers, theater, acting and history enthusiasts, and public speakers to join our team as a Haunted Pub Crawl Tour Guide in Salem. This role combines historical storytelling, local lore, and guest entertainment as you lead walking tours through historic drinking establishments and haunted locations. Guides share local history, ghost stories, and dark heritage while maintaining a fun, entertaining atmosphere for guests.

Responsibilities

• Lead groups of up to 20 guests on walking pub crawl tours lasting 1.5 to 2 hours through historic Salem.
• Deliver fun, compelling historical narratives, true crime accounts, and ghost stories with enthusiasm and professional public speaking skills.
• Coordinate with partner venues and bar staff to ensure smooth group transitions and a welcoming experience at each stop.
• Provide exceptional customer service, answer guest questions, and facilitate a memorable, entertainment-driven tour experience.
  

Compensation & Perks

• $60.00 base pay per 90-minute tour ($40.00/hr rate)
• Tips: $20 to over $100 per tour.
• Bonuses based on performance.
• Free or discounted tours for you and close family/friends all over the country Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
  

Tour Guide Requirements

• A deep passion for history, storytelling, and historic research
• Strong public speaking skills to engage and educate your tour groups
• Prior experience as a bartender, acting or theater experience is helpful.
  

About US Ghost Adventures

US Ghost Adventures provides historic, entertainment-focused ghost tours in more than 250 cities across the United States. Grounded in thorough historical research, our experiences connect guests with the dark history, authentic folklore, and legendary hauntings of America’s most historic locations.