Scare Actor

4 months ago

Gurnee, United States Six Flags Great America Part time
Must be able to work late nights and weekends Auditions are required for this position. Once application is reviewed, applicants will receive a link to schedule their Audition

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Perform to the best of your ability to scare and interact with guests in the area you are assigned.
  • Work in areas that may include dark rooms, loud music, fog, strobe lights, animatronic effect and may be outside.
  • Follow all guidelines provided and reviewed during training including but not limited to the following:
    • Stay in character at all times while guest facing.
    • Work with Host, Escort or Supervisor if there is an emergency or issue to be addressed.
    • Do not touch guests
    • Do not scare children in strollers
    • Do not excessively scare a single guest or group to the exclusion of other guests.
    • Do not stop performing to chat with other Scare-Actors, Escorts, Hosts, Supervisors, or Team Members.
    • Keep your own safety and the safety of the guests in mind during your performance.
    • Walk, scare and interact with people when they walk through your area.
  • Remain in your assigned area until dismissed by the Supervisor.
  • Wear the assigned costume appropriately, and supple black shoes, black pants, and the Fright Fest t-shirt.
  • Protect your costume from abuse or damage, and see that costumes are properly groomed and maintained.
  • Protect your make-up or any mask, contacts, teeth, prosthetics from abuse or damage.
  • Diligently follow all scheduling in regards to meals and breaks.
  • Keep guest safety and satisfaction in mind during performance in your area. This may include guiding guests to the next area, maintaining order, and assist guests by answering questions if an emergency arises.
  • Ensure general housekeeping for the haunted houses, break areas, make-up area and Show Wardrobe.
  • Adhere to and enforce all park policies and procedure as outlined in the Seasonal Handbook and Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
  • Report any unsafe acts and/or conditions to the Supervisor immediately.
  • Train new personnel as needed.
Skills and Qualifications:

 

  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Wear costumes, stage makeup and/or prosthetics for long periods of time.
  • Must be professional, self-motivated, energetic, enthusiastic and able to be scary.
  • Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others.
  • Must possess strong work ethic and the ability to multi-task.
  • Able to energetically interact with guests for the full length of shift.
Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.