From plays and musicals to concerts and comedy, jobs in theater and live entertainment offer a wide range of opportunities for creative entertainment professionals.
Background
Whether it’s an opera, theatrical production, or rock concert, most live entertainment demands a similar set of professionals. To maintain a smooth-running show, companies hire an event staff, stage crew, and engineers. Live performances also need marketers and promoters to attract an audience. Lastly, there are plenty of job opportunities in finance, accounting, production, human resources, and more.
Since various forms of live entertainment have common job opportunities, the options for careers in this field are extensive. Those with expertise in a certain area can apply their skills to many different venues and genres.
What are some jobs in theater and live entertainment?
- Creative Directors
- Marketers
- Promoters
- Lawyers
- Administrative Assistants
- Human Resources Managers
- Talent Acquisition Managers
- Box Office Attendants/Managers
What are the top employers in theater and live entertainment?
- Live Nation
- Ticketmaster
- United Talent Agency
- ViacomCBS
- Insomniac
- Creative Artists Agency
