Theater usher
げきじょうせっきゃくあんないにん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that supports comfortable and safe theater-going experiences by verifying visitors' tickets, guiding to seats, providing facility information, and ensuring safe directing at public halls and theaters.
Description
Theater ushers welcome visitors at performance venues for theater, concerts, and similar events, verify tickets, and guide them to their seats. They handle a wide range of tasks such as lobby guidance before and after performances, lost and found services, facility explanations, and emergency evacuations. Through communication with visitors, they provide reassurance while supporting safe and smooth operations. Work follows a shift system, with frequent night and weekend shifts.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the live entertainment industry, demand for theater ushers is expected to remain stable. Although advances in automation will streamline some tasks, the need for experienced personnel who can deliver high-quality interpersonal services with hospitality is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Attentiveness / Cheerful personality / Patience / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract employee / Night shifts / Part-time/casual / Shift work / Weekend work
Career Path
Hall staff → Senior hall staff → Chief attendant → Operations manager → Event coordinator
Required Skills
Customer service manners / First aid / In-house announcements / Seat arrangement management / Ticket verification
Recommended Skills
Conflict management / English conversation / Mobile device operation (ticket scanning) / Multilingual support
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because it is necessary to flexibly respond to sudden schedule changes and troubles. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To prevent incorrect seat guidance and ticket verification errors. |
| Communication Skills | To communicate smoothly with diverse visitors. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required to stand for long periods while guiding and directing. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because there are few complex analysis tasks. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because creative thinking is not highly required in the job content. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there are few mathematical calculation tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Service etiquette certification
Aliases
- Hall staff
- Seat usher
- Theater guide staff
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