Bingo Caller

Bingo is a very popular game played by millions worldwide. I have enjoyed the game myself from time to time. All you need to do is be the first to get a certain pattern on your bingo card by marking off the numbers called by a bingo caller and the pot is yours. The popularity of this game makes the prospect of finding work as a Bingo Caller fruitful.

What does it take to be a successful Bingo Caller? A sense of humor in order to keep game lively and entertaining – you can’t have people falling asleep during the game. You will need to be a bit of an entertainer as jokes and commentary are common and expected in bingo halls. You will need to have confidence in yourself and thick skin. There will be booing and cheers alike so go with the flow. A love for working with people and a desire to meet and mingle with people of many backgrounds is a must. A keen eye for observation is needed since some people hold up their Bingo cards as opposed to calling out “BINGO” when they have won. Of course it goes without saying that you will need to have clear pronunciation in order to call out those number/letter combinations.

Is training necessary in order to become a Bingo Caller? Yes and no. Some facilities offer in house training while some states like Virginia offer training through their Department of Charitable Gambling. Others will give you a shot with no formal training while some will offer you a chance after working for a certain amount of time with an experienced caller.

What hours will a Bingo Caller work? Since many venues are open 24 hours 7 days a week 52 weeks a year your 40 hour week will not be broken into days with a typical 9 to 5 time slot. Flexibility is the key with this line of work as evenings, weekends, split shifts and holidays are highly plausible.

Where will you find a job? A Bingo Caller can find work on a cruise ship, at independent Bingo clubs and casinos. It is typical that local churches usually provide bingo calling in house and do not hire out but you never know.