Seasonal Actor
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Job Summary
SEASONAL POSITION
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!
Come join the screams and be a part of our Howl-O-Scream 2025 Scare Acting team! We are looking for fresh blood so if you want to be part of the haunt now is the time!
Howl-O-Scream Season opens September 5th through November 2nd 2025!
If youre not available to come onsite for an audition we got you! Submit an application and we will send you the link to do your virtual audition! If you are casted we will reach out to you to start the offer and onboarding process!
Compensation Rate: $15/hour ($15.50/hour for Returning Scare Actors)
Evening Shift Differential Incentive (9/4/2025-11/5/2025): Earn an additional $1.00 when you work at least 5 productive hours between 6:00pm - 2:00am.
What you get to do:
- Performing as characters to startle and scare guests at Busch Gardens Tampa Howl-O-Scream
- Consistently performing multiple scares repetitively throughout the night of the event (some scare positions may involve strenuous physical activity).
- Being responsible for clocking in and out at the beginning and end of assigned shifts.
- Taking and implementing direction from persons of authority.
- Maintaining a tidy and safe work area.
- Working well with a diverse group of co-workers.
- Performers are expected to supply their own black pants black socks black shoes and black shirt.
What it takes to succeed:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must be available to work potentially between 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM on rehearsal and event nights
- Must be available majority of event nights. Availability will be one factor used in determining employment offer and/or role placement.
- Many but not all positions require wearing makeup (provided by BGT). Some positions require wearing a costume mask helmet wig or hat (provided by BGT).
- Costumes for characters will be provided by BGT and will remain the property of BGT.
- Must be able to perform assigned character for up to 2 hours at a time. Performance may include standing walking or other strenuous physical activity.
- Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis: stand walk climb bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead simple grasp and fine manipulation task.
- Work both indoors and outdoors exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
- Position may be exposed to heat/cold temperature extremes chemical fumes/dust/odor atmospheric lighting/strobe lighting/dim lighting
- Based on needs and availability some positions may not work every night of the event.
The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun fast-paced environment and great teammates as well as:
- FREE park admission
- Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
- Park discounts on food merchandise etc.
- Scholarship opportunities
- Exclusive employee events and giveaways
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Key Skills
- Marketing
- Catering
- Organizational skills
- Hospitality Experience
- Management Experience
- HubSpot
- Event Planning
- Events Management
- Project Management
- Event Marketing
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
About Company
From park to planet, SeaWorld theme parks offer up-close animal experiences, roller coasters and, most importantly, a chance for you to make a difference. Plan your trip to one of our theme parks in Orlando, San Diego or San Antonio today!
