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Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

Plan, direct, or coordinate entertainment and recreational activities and operations of a recreational facility, including cruise ships and parks.

Median salary

$77,180

Typical range

$45k – $135k

Job outlook

+8% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: Bachelor's degree

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Typical progression

  1. Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling Intern

    Internship

    $36,000

    ~4 mos to advance

  2. Junior Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

    Entry / Junior

    $45,320

    ~2 yrs to advance

  3. Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

    Established

    $77,180

    ~3 yrs to advance

  4. Senior Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

    Senior

    $105,930

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Key skills

A typical day

  • Plan, organize, or lead group activities for customers, such as exercise routines, athletic events, or arts and crafts.
  • Plan programs of events or schedules of activities.
  • Talk to coworkers using electronic devices, such as computers and radios.
  • Write budgets to plan recreational activities or programs.
  • Interview and hire associates to fill staff vacancies.

Fields of study

Any field

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