Event Staff Gorge

Overview

Job Summary

The Gorge Amphitheatre is 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 is operated by 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, requiring coordination across venue operations, campgrounds, parking, guest services, safety teams, and production in a large outdoor environment with long show days and high expectations.

Who are you?

Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and 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-run event.

What this role will do

• Greet and assist guests with a friendly, professional, and confident demeanor
• Provide directions, answer questions, and help resolve guest concerns
• Support parking operations, entry gates, ticket scanning, and credential checks
• Assist with crowd management, line flow, and access control
• Monitor assigned areas and report issues promptly to supervisors
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment
• Support venue and campground operations as needed
• Follow all safety, security, and operational procedures
• Wear required uniform and credentials at all times
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by supervisors or management

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must pass a background check
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Strong communication skills (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 (8-12 hours)

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

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions
• Extended periods of standing, walking, and monitoring activity
• Fast-paced environment during peak ingress and egress times

• 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 right individuals, it offers the opportunity to be part of a world-class live entertainment experience.

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 Magazine as one of the "50 Companies That Care."

Live music is what brings us together—but professionalism, accountability, and teamwork are what make The Gorge…