Story Land Happy - Hauntings Costume Character

Roles & Responsibilities:

Character Performer:

• Entertain Park guests by creating funand immersive character performances

• Meet and greet with all guests in a fun, memorable manner

• Be prepared and in costume on time for all scheduled character meet & greets

• Maintain the illusion of being the character you are representing through physical movement and interactions with guests

• Follow all protocols of the park’s character training.

• Execute performances as scripted bythe park

• Communicate any safety concerns related to the costume and/or the environment you are performing, in a timely manner

• Be respectful of the costume – return to storage properly, maintain appearance, spot clean as needed in accordance with training

• Report costume maintenance needs in a timely manner

• Assist in costume maintenance and repair

• Be responsible for personal hygiene and under layers to maintain a shared costume

Language:Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements:

• Must successfully passan audition and/or character training for this role

• Must be at least16years of age to comply with New Hampshire Child Labor Laws

• Ability to work20+hours per week, when needed

• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift

• Must comply with all grooming standards, uniform and/or costume requirements

• Ability to immerse in role and remain in character throughout the performance

• Must possess strongcardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy

• Must be playful, outgoing, friendly, and convey a positive, guest-centric attitude

• Must possess effective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills

• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of afast-paced team

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday

• Ability to wear assigned costume for extended periods of time

• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders

• Ability to perform in costumes that may have limited sight lines

• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing40pounds or more

Working Conditions:

• Frequent exposure to outdoor and indoor areas of the park

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures(both in and out of costume), including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rainand other weather conditions

• Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, andheavily populated environments

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