Personal Care · SOC 39-3031
Ticket scanning is largely automated, but guiding patrons, handling emergencies, and aiding disabled guests stay human.
Hands-on, interpersonal or high-stakes work AI struggles to replace.
Timeline: Digital ticketing has already eliminated much of the ticket-taking function; remaining roles emphasize safety and service aspects unlikely to be automated before the 2030s.
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AI job-risk card
Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers is resilient on AIFear. Hands-on, interpersonal or high-stakes work AI struggles to replace.
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Our AI Fear Score for Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers is 28/100 (Resilient). Hands-on, interpersonal or high-stakes work AI struggles to replace.
28 out of 100, based on an AI-model review of this occupation's O*NET tasks against what current AI can actually do.
Most exposed: Counting and recording ticket numbers, Distributing programs to patrons, Verifying credentials for press access. Harder to automate: Assisting patrons with mobility needs, Directing emergency evacuations safely, Answering questions and giving directions, Maintaining facility cleanliness.
Lean into Crowd safety and emergency procedures, ADA and accessibility awareness, Customer service in high-volume environments, Venue operations knowledge. Consider roles such as Event safety coordinator or Guest services supervisor or Venue operations lead.
Tasks, skills and AI-exposure for this role were reviewed by an AI model against its O*NET task profile (curated roles use published research anchors). Pay and employment, where shown, are U.S. BLS OEWS (May 2024) figures. This is an estimate, not a prediction about any individual's job. Compare all occupations.