Party magician for kids and family events

Parents booking birthday parties, schools, libraries, daycare centers, churches and community groups.

Flat booking fee per show, with extras like longer shows, balloon animals or travel outside your local area. Repeat bookings and referrals do much of the selling.

• Practiced magic and sleight of hand
• Comfortable performing for kids
• Friendly stage presence and humor
• Reliable and good at communicating with parents

• General liability insurance, as many venues and schools ask for proof of cover
• Check whether your city or county requires a local business license
• Schools and some venues may require a background check, so check before booking
• Weekend-heavy work, and bookings can be uneven across the year

Startup costs are typically around $300 to $2,000, depending on your props, costumes, insurance and marketing. These are estimates, so your own figure will depend on the kind of show you build and what you already own.

Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $3,000, depending on how many shows you book, your fee and the time of year. The estimate assumes at least 6 hours of work a week. Bookings can be uneven across the year.

Check whether your city or county requires a local business license. Consider general liability insurance, since many venues and schools ask for proof of cover, and check whether schools or venues require a background check before booking.