WHO ARE WE?
The Gorge Amphitheatreis one of the most iconic outdoor music venues in the world. Located above the Columbia River in Central Washington, The Gorge hosts some of the largest concerts and festivals in North America, welcoming tens of thousands of fans each show day from across the region and around the globe.
The Gorge isoperatedby Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s leading live entertainment company. Live Nation brings together global leaders in live music, ticketing, and artist touring, producing tens of thousands of concerts and festivals each year for artists and fans worldwide.
At The Gorge, that global scale meets a uniquely demanding local operation. Our events require coordination across venue operations, campgrounds, parking, guest services, safety teams, and production—all in a large, outdoor environment with long show days andhigh expectations
WHO ARE YOU?
Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forwardthinkingand committed. At The Gorge, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!
THE JOB
The Gorge Amphitheatre is seeking Event Staff to support concerts and events across the venue and campground. Event Staff play a critical role in guest experience, safety, and day-of-show operations. This is a fast-paced, outdoor role that requires professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to follow direction in real time. This position is ideal for individuals who are dependable, communicate well, and take pride in contributing to a well-runevent.
WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO
Event Staff may be assigned to different areas throughout a shift and are expected to remain flexible. Responsibilities include:
Greet andassistguests with a friendly, professional, and confidentdemeanor
Provide directions, answer questions, and help resolve guest concerns
Support parking operations, entry gates, ticket scanning, and credential checks
Assistwith crowd management, line flow, and access control
Monitor assigned areas and report issues promptlyto supervisors
Helpmaintaina clean, safe, and welcoming environment
Support venue and campground operationsas needed
Follow all safety, security, and operational procedures
Wearrequired uniform and credentials at all times
Completeadditionaltasks as assigned by supervisors or management
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years or older
Must pass a background check
High school diploma or equivalent required
Strong communicationskills (verbal and non-verbal)
Reliable, punctual, and accountable
Able to learn tasks quickly and follow instructions
Willing to rotate between roles as operational needs change
Comfortable working long shifts in an outdoor environment (8-12hours)
Preferred Qualifications
Local to the area (within approximately 90 miles of the venue)
Prior experience in events, customer service, athletics, education, security, or community service
Demonstrated maturity and comfort working in high-volume public settings
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
Extended periods of standing, walking, and monitoring activity
Fast-paced environment during peak ingress and egress times
Additional Expectations
Event Staff are expected to:
Arrive on time and ready to work
Follow instructions and venue standards consistently
Maintain professionalism with guests and coworkers
Accept coaching and feedback from supervisors
This job is not for everyone—but for the rightindividuals,it offers the opportunity to be part of a world-class live entertainment experience.
WHY WORK AT THE GORGE?
Working at The Gorge means being part of a team that delivers world-class live music experiences in one of the most breathtaking natural settings in the industry. Our staff play a direct role in keeping guests safe, informed, and welcomed—from the moment they arrive through the end of the night.
As part of Live Nation’s Concerts Division, team members at The Gorge are connected to a larger network of venues and tours across the country. Live Nation is proud to be a Great Place to Work®certified company and recognized by People Magazineas one of the “50 Companies That Care.”We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and high-performance workplace where people can grow, contribute, and take pride in their work.
Live music is what brings us together—but professionalism, accountability, and teamwork are what make The Gorge successful.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work andhomelife As a growingbusinesswe will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’stalent that matters tousand we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disabilitystatusor caring responsibilities.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair ChanceOrdinanceand the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunitiestoqualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes toparticipateina timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant todetermineeffective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited toidentifyreasonable accommodations that can be made toassistthemto performthe essential functions of the position theyseek Any applicant who requiresan accommodationin order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on acase by casebasis.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed toindicatethe general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed tocontainor be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualificationsrequired ofemployees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available ina timelyand efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, collegerecruitingand search firms.
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The expected compensation for this position is:
$17.13 USD - $19.00 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 three years in a row by Great Place to Work® and named one of People Magazine’s Top 50 Companies that Care, Live Nation Entertainment is the global leader in live events and ticketing. With business operations and corporate functions across major divisions including Ticketmaster, Concerts, Media & Sponsorship and Artist Nation, we offer exciting opportunities across every discipline.
Generous vacation, healthcare, and retirement benefits are just some of the perks we offer our full-time, global workforce. For any stage in your career, our benefits are designed to help you live life to the fullest. We offer student loan repayment, 6 months paid caregiver leave, Roadie Babies (bring your little ones & a caretaker on your work trips), Music@Home (cultivate your little ones music interest), and tuition reimbursement for ongoing career development. Plus, you'll have access to free concerts, festivals, and more through our exclusive employee ticket concierge.
