Ghost Tour Guides, Portland, OR

Walking Tours

Ghost Tour Guides, Portland, OR

Portland, OR
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Do you have a passion for storytelling?
    Got a ghostly tale (or two) up your sleeve?
    Ever been told you're a natural entertainer?

    If you answered yes — keep reading. This might be the perfect role for you.

    Before You Apply

    After submitting your application, you'll receive a questionnaire via email. Please check all folders (including spam), as completing this questionnaire is required to be considered for an interview.

    Who We Are

    At Ghost City Tours, we bring haunted history to life. From chilling legends to mysterious true stories, our walking tours uncover the darker side of America's most haunted cities — all delivered with charisma, authenticity, and a touch of theatrical flair.

    About the Role

    As a Ghost City Tours Ambassador , you'll guide guests through historic streets, sharing ghost stories, local legends, and eerie history in a way that captivates and entertains.

    • Tours are approximately 90 minutes (pub crawls are 2 hours )
    • Routes cover about one mile at a relaxed pace
    • You'll be walking and standing for the duration of each tour
    • Tours run year-round, 7 nights a week (364 days a year)

    Training Program

    • $16.30 per hour during training
    • Designed to help you develop your storytelling style and master your route

    After Training

    • $50 per tour + tips (yours to keep)
    • Weekly direct deposit every Friday

    Perks

    • Flexible scheduling
    • Performance and training incentives
    • Opportunities for advancement
    • Employee recognition
    • And of course… international fame and endless applause

    What We're Looking For

    Our ideal Ambassadors are:

    • Engaging, enthusiastic storytellers with strong stage presence
    • Located within 20 miles of the tour starting point
    • Reliable, punctual, and equipped with dependable transportation
    • Experienced in customer service, public speaking, or performance

    New to Guiding?

    No experience? No problem. Our training program is designed to help you build confidence, develop your delivery, and become a standout guide. If you bring the personality, we'll help you shine.

    Experienced Guides Welcome

    If you've led tours before, you already know the thrill. Bring your talent to Ghost City Tours and join one of the nation's premier haunted storytelling teams.

    What's Next?

    Apply today! Qualified applicants will receive an email invitation from our Recruiting and Training Manager.

    Ready to become a Ghost City Tours Ambassador?
    We can't wait to hear from you.

    Job Type: Part-time
    Work Location: In person

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    Job Type: Part-time

    Benefits:

    • Employee discount
    • Flexible schedule

    Work Location: In person

    Work Location: In person