Fright Fest Scare Character/Actor - $13.35 / HR - Six Flags - Eureka, MO
AUDITION DATES:July 27-28 and August 3-4 from 10am-5pm in Human Resources
Job Summary: Dying for a great job? Join our scream team as a Fright Fest character and enjoy the scariest job this side of the grave. Show us your coldest stare or wicked talent, and we’ll bring you to the dark side as a Fright Fest character. You’ll enjoy an endless supply of fresh brains, plus other amazing perks that are to die for! This is a seasonal role that staffs our haunted houses, attractions, and scare zones throughout Fright Fest. This role begins in Mid-September and runs through the end of October.
Previous acting or scaring experience is not required!
What You Will Be Doing:
- Jump out at guests from the darkest corners and best hiding spots as they walk through our scare zones and haunted attractions.
- Transform into a frightening creature with full makeup and costumes.
- Scare the public at special park functions.
- Greet all victims in the scariest way possible.
- Leave guests’ screams echoing through the crisp night air.
- Take on a character role during Fright Fest.
- Remain in character at all times.
- Put on and remove make up, masks, costumes, latex, prosthetic, and other costuming materials as necessary.
- Operate a small prop.
- Participate in “Freaks Unleashed”, a main stage show at the beginning of the night.
- Listen to direction from attractions leadership.
- Other job duties as assigned.
How You Will Do It:
- Maintain screams and safety at all times.
- Keep escape routes (and work locations) clean.
- Be able to work in an environment as fast-paced as our coasters.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to the Six Flags mantra.
- Be playful and friendly with an outgoing personality.
- Have a positive attitude to deliver the most terrifying experience possible.
- Can’t be afraid of the dark.
\What You Will Need:
- Must be at least 14/15 years old for Daytime Characters and 16+ for Nighttime Characters.
- This role requires an audition.
- Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, and crouch for extended periods in varied weather conditions, including heat, cold, and rain.
- Must be able to perform in an enclosed costume, having limited sight lines.
- Height and weight may be required for proper fit in specific costumes.
- Have a good attitude, good appearance, and participate as a member of the team.
- Able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties, including climbing and working in high area up to 50 ft., crawling and working in confined spaces, and lifting up to 60lbs.
- Must be able to cooperate well with other staff.
- Must be able to comply with Six Flags policy and standards.
- Must be able to handle stress.
- Must be able to trouble shoot problems and identify solutions.
- Must have strong work ethics and communication skills.
- Must be available for rehearsals/training starting in September.
- Must be able to work in all extreme weather conditions including heat, rain, wind, snow, cold and storms.
We'll give you a call or send you an email to get you signed up for a try-out time!
If you are able to answer "YES" to all of the following questions, please continue the application process by clicking "Apply"
- Can you provide legal documentation establishing your identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the United States?
- Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying with or without reasonable accommodation?
- Within the last 90 days, can you state that you have not used illegal or social drugs (excluding marijuana), such as MDMA (Molly), cocaine and crystal methamphetamine?
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