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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling to increase by 6.0% between 2024 and 2034, from 43,900 to 46,500 jobs. Its estimate of 5,100 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($79,520), education (Bachelor's degree), and related experience (Less than 5 years) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
43,900
Projected employment (2034)
46,500
Projected change (2024–2034)
6%
Annual openings (projected average)
5,100
Pay & Preparation
$79,520
Bachelor's degree
Less than 5 years
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Speaking (3.88/5) • Active Listening (3.88/5) • Social Perceptiveness (3.88/5) • Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Coordination (3.75/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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