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Typically a night time job, where I would conduct trivia game-shows at local establishments over a two hour period.  This job taught me how to effectively interact with customers and management in order to have a successful product.  It also made me much more comfortable talking in front of large groups of people.  Management was very flexible with my schedule and made sure I was taken care of if needed.  Surprisingly I did not see or interact with other co-workers due to the varying locations of our shows, but during the times we would, they were very friendly and insightful of what worked for them.  The hardest part of the job was the travel that was involved, yet the most enjoyable part was the interaction with people and the relationships formed with them.

I worked for the company while I was completing grad school. This was a great job for the evenings that allowed me to still make some money while focusing on my school. It was an extremely fun and energetic environment. I loved my manager, he was a great communicator and was available to help whenever I needed supplies or had any technical issues!

My only cons was the occasional travel. I definitely felt there were times where I traveled a little further than the pay was worth as it put miles on my car and cost gas. However, this was most of the time on me for not setting boundaries and accepting the shows because I was a people pleaser. 

Challenge Entertainment is a great company to work for.  In three years, I went from a part time jockey to a full time district manager.  When they see potential in a person, they go for it wholeheartedly.

The biggest drawback to Challenge is it is a lifestyle.  It is a fun and exciting lifestyle, but if you can't handle being "on call" or able to solve a problem at a moment's notice, management is not for you.

The rewards are fantastic if it is the kind of lifestyle you're willing to have.

Challenge Entertainment is a trivia show company.  They host games at locals bars and restaurants. It's a hobby job. There are no benefits.
I host trivia games for them at multiple locations for a flat fee per show.  

The shows are fun and each show is a little different. Each location has a slightly different clientele and management. The hardest part is recruiting new players when there is a small crowd.

Its an easy gig. Two hour shows hosting live events in bars and restaurants. You never really work with anyone else from the company. You do have to lug around and set up your own sound setup for every show. But the pay and constant changing atmospheres more than make up for that.

I have worked for Challenge for a little over a year, and have enjoyed the vast majority of my time. However, it is treated as very normal for a contract with a location to end sporadically- and you could find yourself being told to pack up your equipment and supplies in the middle of setting up for your weekly show! 

Great for a bit of extra cash flow, but often not dependable long term. 

Unless you're excellent, you'll be starting with only one or maybe two shows. In my multiple years I never ran more than 3 shows on a regular schedule.

Your enjoyment of the position will depend heavily on the area and your manager. Some managers are distant and hard to reach when you need them. Some will respond in seconds and will keep supplies regularly stocked.

The job is demanding. Getting your show ready prior to showtime is always a struggle. You never know exactly when the questions will come in so you can set it up and proofread.
Sometimes, questions may not be available until 5:30 and your show is at 7. Flexibility is key and keeping your cool is everything.

If you enjoy trivia, hanging out at bars, meeting new people, and entertaining people, this is a great gig. All you have to do is set up your equipment, read the questions the company sends to you, play some music, and keep score. I thoroughly enjoy and look forward to every show.

I enjoy meeting new people and like the challenge of getting people to play the games.  I also like the interaction with others during the job.  Management is fair and easy to work with as well as co-workers.  Great teamwork.

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