Also called: Balloon Artist, Face Painter, Party Character
Entertains at birthday parties with balloon animals, face painting, magic, or costumed characters.
A party entertainer drives to three birthday parties on a Saturday, twisting balloon swords, painting tiger faces, and leading games.
Approximate; mostly weekend work; many run small businesses.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. No training required; practice and a small business mindset.
Ways in: Self-taught. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady demand.
Low risk for 10 years. Kids' parties need a live person for balloons, magic and games.
Age 14+. One way to start: Learn balloon animals or face painting (kits under $100) and offer it at neighbors’ kids’ parties
Classes: Theater, Art, Child development, Business.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-2099.
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