Adventureland Park - Scare Actor

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Entertain guests with frighteningly fun performancesby delivering realistic and scary performances!

• Consistently remain in character throughout the entirety of scheduled shifts, whichinvolve walking, running,makingnoises,changing posture, or using props

• Effectively scare guests as they move through the scare zones throughout the park

• Greetand interact withall guests in the scariestmannerpossible

• Demonstrate control, restraint, and awarenesstominimize the escalation of situations in which a guest may get overly scared

• Maintain a safe environment by keeping at least an arm’s distance between self andeach guest, keeping escape routes clean, and followingallsafety standards

• Usea variety of props, lights,or noise makers to enhance the scare experience

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Comply withall park policies, procedures, and labor laws

• Proactivelymonitorassigned areas and quicklyidentifyand escalate any safety hazards or other risks to the proper authorities

• All other duties as assigned by leadership

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

Education and Experience:

• No education requirements for this position; just a passion for scaring!

• Previoushaunt experience preferred, but not

Requirements:  

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

• Must be at least 16 years of age tocomply withIowaChild Labor Laws

• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (including Halloween, if open)

• Ability to work 20+ hours per week, when needed

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

• Mustcomply withall grooming standards,uniformand/or costume requirements

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

• Mustpossessstrong cardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy 

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

• Mustpossesseffective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills

• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a fast-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 tofrequentlystoop, 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 weighing 30 pounds or more

Working Conditions:

• Frequent exposure to outdoor and indoor areas of the park

• Subject to extreme warm or cold temperatures during the autumn months

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

• Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, strobe lights, dark and shadowy environments, andheavily populatedareas

Working atAdventureland Parkis about making people happy!It’sabout being independent and having fun, making newfriendsand earning extra money while doing so. AsaAdventureland Parkemployee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

ParkPerks & Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments

• Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark andselectEntertainment parks on your days off

• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’vegot great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a secondjobor staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further thanAdventureland Park. Apply today!