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Job outlook for entertainment coordinators in the United States
Are entertainment coordinator jobs in demand?
Entertainment coordinator job and salary trends over time
Entertainment coordinator jobs over time
Entertainment coordinator job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 251 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 217 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 234 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 215 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 213 | 0.00% |
Average entertainment coordinator salary over time
Entertainment coordinator salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $39,531 | $19.01 | +2.7% |
| 2024 | $38,506 | $18.51 | +3.8% |
| 2023 | $37,088 | $17.83 | +0.1% |
| 2022 | $37,057 | $17.82 | +0.9% |
| 2021 | $36,711 | $17.65 | +3.7% |
Entertainment coordinator jobs by state
Most common states for entertainment coordinators
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Delaware | 961,939 | 168 | 17% |
| 2 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 130 | 17% |
| 3 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 291 | 14% |
| 4 | Idaho | 1,716,943 | 212 | 12% |
| 5 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 104 | 12% |
| 6 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 512 | 11% |
| 7 | Oklahoma | 3,930,864 | 386 | 10% |
| 8 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 243 | 4% |
| 9 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 53 | 4% |
| 10 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 31 | 3% |
| 11 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 27 | 3% |
| 12 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 24 | 3% |
| 13 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 18 | 3% |
| 14 | Vermont | 623,657 | 18 | 3% |
| 15 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 113 | 2% |
| 16 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 70 | 2% |
| 17 | Mississippi | 2,984,100 | 55 | 2% |
| 18 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 47 | 2% |
| 19 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 40 | 2% |
| 20 | Alaska | 739,795 | 18 | 2% |
Most common cities for entertainment coordinators
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Los Angeles | 3 | 0% | $48,165 |
| 2 | Aurora | 1 | 0% | $44,049 |
Entertainment Coordinator job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of entertainment coordinator experts
Seattle University
Spokane Community College
Missouri State University
Events Industry
Jim Clune
InstructorSeattle University
Communication Department
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Entertainment Coordinators?
Jim Clune: Virtual work is certainly here to stay. Interest in remote work has skyrocketed. This is good news as geography is less restrictive than it used to be, particularly in the information industry. LinkedIn reports that members are more likely to connect with others outside of the area where they live. One positive aspect of remote work is that it can shift the focus from how employees present themselves - for example, what they are wearing - to how employees demonstrate their expertise through what they say and what they can do.
What Entertainment Coordinator skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Duane Sunwold: Personal Communication Skills, Vocational Math, Food Science
Dr. Jokima Hiller
Assistant ProfessorMissouri State University
Department of Hospitality Leadership
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Entertainment Coordinator job market given the pandemic?
Dr. Jokima Hiller: -Virtual interviews as the final interview. In the past, an interview via phone or Skype may have served as the initial screening interview prior to having the candidate come out for an in-person interview. Now, the virtual interview may be the pre-screening and final interview prior to offer.
-Virtual job fairs. There are a few online platforms such as Handshake that are being used for recruitment purposes. This prevents applicants from having to come on-property or to gather to see who is hiring. Job seekers can create a profile, log on to the platform, and go from employer to employer to see what opportunities they have available.
-Virtual tours. Candidates that are doing their own research on a business will definitely review the company's website. A hospitality company most likely has already provided photos and videos of their location for their guests. Now, these resources are being utilized by job seekers versus showing up or coming in for a tour.
In addition, there is more reliance today on social media as a way to get to know candidates.
Barbara Connell
Chair of Events Industry Council’s CMP Governance Commission and CEO at the American Society for Gastrointestinal EndoscopyEvents Industry
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Entertainment Coordinators?
Barbara Connell: Inevitably, there will be an impact, especially in those fields that rely on face-to-face learning, such as medicine. While we're learning how to better engage individuals safely in all areas, there are some fields that simply require personal, hands-on education, which is difficult and can be unsafe, especially when working with sick or compromised patients. Those who were scheduled to enter their final year of education over the last 5-8 months are going to experience education in a different fashion and likely have an altered outcome. It is critical for all educators to try to engage at a deeper level while remotely teaching, and then encourage the student to seek ongoing education after graduation to further hone skills. The concept of life-long learning is more important than ever.