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Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling

Median Salary
77,180
Job Outlook
+8%
In-Demand

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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

What sectors do they work in?

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What is the job outlook?

Employment of entertainment and recreation managers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2024 to 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations. About 5,500 openings for entertainment and recreation managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$39,710

10%

$77,180

Median

$106,280

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    52%

  • Some college

    23%

  • Associate's degree

    16%

  • Master's degree

    7%


Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
  • Business Administration and Management, General
  • Business/Commerce, General
  • Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General
  • Hospitality Administration/Management, General
  • Environmental/Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
  • Resort Management
  • Golf Course Operation and Grounds Management
  • Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, Other

Skills and Interests

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

No data available for this section.


What knowledge should you bring to the table?

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What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

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What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.

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