Venue Ushers/Ticket Takers

Live Nation Worldwide, Inc.; Wantagh (NY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation

Healthcare

Retirement benefits

Student loan repayment

Tuition reimbursement

Six months of paid caregiver leave

Roadie Babies

Exclusive employee ticketing program

Job summary

Live Nation Entertainment in Wantagh, NY is seeking an Usher Supervisor to supervise Ushers and coordinate event staff to deliver outstanding guest experiences. This working supervisor ensures smooth operations and direct customer service during events.

The role requires strong communication, ability to work independently, and physical stamina including lifting up to 50 lbs. You'll train staff, schedule shifts, enforce venue policies, and support safety and sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail, quality and accuracy.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Position requires constant walking, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 50 lbs.+ and occasional sitting.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Ushers and other employees performing similar services.
• On an ongoing basis leads and train staff to include assisting in staffing positions to ensure that all staff members are well-informed on event specific details.
• Coordinate team rest periods in accordance with state and local law and help to find coverage.
• Assist management to ensure compliance with all venue policies and procedures to include all safety regulations.
• Show CARE by participating in the venue’s sustainability program which could include implementing programs that conserve resources/prevent waste such as sorting waste and collecting recycling and educating our fans about our efforts.
• Partner with fellow band members at the end of show to close the venue- this may include collecting recyclables from the lawn and/or reserved section, picking up and properly storing event equipment such as lawn chairs, barricade, Etc.
• Oversee productivity and work assignments of the Ushers and communicate with management (or designated Manager) any challenges and status of all assignments prior to the conclusion of the shift.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Cleaning Services Manager.
• Assign and schedule team members to specific duties.
• Enforce safety, health, and security duties.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Verbal communication

Written communication

Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

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: The Usher Supervisor is a working supervisor who is responsible for supervising and coordinating activities of the Ushers within the venue. Duties may also include management functions.

Job Functions:

• Direct and supervise Ushers and other employees performing similar services as directed. Provide customer services by greeting and assisting customers and responding to customer inquiries and complaints.
• On an ongoing basis leads and train staff to include assisting in staffing positions to ensure that all staff members are well-informed on event specific details.
• Coordinate team rest periods in accordance with state and local law and help to find coverage.
• Assist management to ensure compliance with all venue policies and procedures to include all safety regulations.
• Show CARE by participating in the venue’s sustainability program which could include implementing programs that conserve resources/prevent waste such as sorting waste and collecting recycling and educating our fans about our efforts.
• Partner with fellow band members at the end of show to close the venue- this may include collecting recyclables from the lawn and/or reserved section, picking up and properly storing event equipment such as lawn chairs, barricade, Etc.
• Oversee productivity and work assignments of the Ushers and communicate with management (or designated Manager) any challenges and status of all assignments prior to the conclusion of the shift.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Cleaning Services Manager.
• Assign and schedule team members to specific duties.
• Enforce safety, health, and security duties.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attention to detail, quality and accuracy.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Position requires constant walking, climbing stairs, lifting and carrying 50 lbs.+ and occasional sitting.

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.

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.

The expected compensation for this position is: $17.00 USD Hourly ** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience. Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains. Recognized for seven years as a Great Place to Work® and named one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, 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. Our world-class teams specialize in all aspects of the live entertainment industry, from ground-breaking innovations in ticketing, global venue development and operations, concert promotion and production, sales and brand partnerships, and unparalleled artist management supported by professionals in all facets of corporate operations. We believe in taking care of the countless employees helping artists bring live music to fans all around the world.

• generous vacation
• healthcare
• retirement benefits
• student loan repayment
• tuition reimbursement
• six months of paid caregiver leave for new parents including fostering
• perks like Roadie Babies helping new parents care for their babies on work trips
• access to free live events through our exclusive employee ticketing program

There is no bigger stage for your career. See what your future looks like at Live Nation Entertainment.