An Escape Joplin Game Host with a group of guests at our logo wall
Now Hiring

Become a Game Host

Run the rooms, drop the perfect hint, and help Joplin escape. A flexible seasonal job, with room to stay on part-time if it's a great fit.

  • Seasonal & part-time
  • Flexible schedule
  • We'll train you
Start Your Application
The Job

What a Game Host Does

You're the host, the guide, and the person behind the curtain. Every group's adventure runs through you.

Set the Scene

Greet each group, walk them through the rules, and get them excited before the door closes.

Watch & Hint

Follow every game on camera and send the right hint at the right moment, without giving it all away.

Reset the Room

Put every lock, clue, and prop back exactly where it belongs so the next group gets a perfect game.

The code word is “lantern.”

You'll Fit Right In If…

  • You love puzzles, games, or a good mystery
  • You're comfortable talking with groups of strangers
  • You stay calm and friendly when the clock is ticking
  • You're dependable and notice the small details
  • You can work weekends, our busiest days

How Hiring Works

  1. 1

    Apply

    Fill out the application below. It takes about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Chat With Us

    We read every application and reach out by phone or email if it's a fit.

  3. 3

    Train & Start

    We'll teach you the rooms, the hints, and the resets.

The Application

Five locks stand between you and the crew. Each one opens as you finish a section.

  1. Player Check-In (not complete)
  2. Clock In (not complete)
  3. Your Origin Story (not complete)
  4. Read the Room (not complete)
  5. Turn the Key (not complete)

Lock 1 Player Check-In

Best way to reach you?
Are you 18 or older? *

You need to be at least 16 to apply.

Are you legally allowed to work in the U.S.? *

Lock 2 Clock In

What kind of job are you looking for? *

We're hiring for the season, and great seasonal hosts can stay on part-time.

When can you work? *

Tap every time that works. We're open every Friday and Saturday, so weekend availability is a big plus.

Mornings 9 a.m.–noon 9–12Afternoons noon–5 p.m. 12–5Evenings 5–11 p.m. 5–11
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Do you have a reliable way to get to and from work?

Lock 3 Your Origin Story

Customer service, food service, retail, theater, coaching, camp counselor, babysitting, volunteering. It all counts. First job? Tell us that. We'll train you.

Have you ever been trusted to open or close a business on your own?
How are you with tech?

Our rooms run on cameras, screens, and electronic puzzles.

Optional. A PDF, Word document, or a photo of it, up to 10 MB. No resume? No problem.

Lock 4 Read the Room

Which shift sounds more like you?
On an escape room team, which one are you?
How many escape rooms have you played, anywhere?
Bonus Lock · For detail-spotters

Lock 5 Turn the Key

0 of 5 locks open

Escape Joplin is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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