Also called: Wrestling Official
Officiates pro wrestling matches for WWE, AEW or independent shows, counting pins, watching wrestlers' safety, and relaying timing cues.
A wrestling referee counts pins, checks on wrestlers' safety, and secretly relays timing cues from producers during the match. They also travel to shows several nights a week.
Approximate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
No formal education, about 0 years after high school. About a year of training at a pro wrestling school, then working independent shows to build experience; no degree required.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Growing about average. Steady.
Low risk for 10 years. Live, scripted matches need a human ref for timing, safety checks and storytelling.
Classes: Drama, Physical education, Speech.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-2099.
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