Character Interpreter

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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Character Interpreter

Department:Programming & Experience - Interpretation

Position Type:Seasonal

Application Deadline: March 5 2026

Contract Start Date: April 6 2026

Contract End Date: October 12 2026

Hours: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

What we offer:

Flexible work arrangements where no one day is similar
Working in a beautiful park setting
Free entrance to the Park including to our many public special events
Employee discounts on food and retail items and free parking

Who We Are:

Heritage Park is Canadas largest living history museum and offers visitors a chance to experience life in Western Canada from the 1860s to the early 1950s. The Park features historical buildings costumed interpreters working antiques and various exhibits that provide insight into the regions past.

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the Artistic Production Coordinator working in a team with other Character Interpreters this role presents historically based vignettes through a variety of theatrical form focusing on portraying life in Western Canada 1860s-1920s. Character Interpreters also provide between-scene interactions and improvisations with guests with the goal of creating an immersive guest experience.

Each performer will be cast in three productions including two street scene days (stories presented outdoors in 4 scenes repeated twice daily). Productions for 2026 include street scenes about a Town General Strike and the Confectionary/Drugstore business. There is also a 35 minute coal mining musical melodrama in the Canmore Opera House. Synopsis: Joe is determined to start a union but Sir Bolton wants to bury that cause and him in the mine.

Responsibilities:

Operational Support

Presents scripted and improvised historically inspired scenes for visitors to Heritage Park while wearing period piece costume
Improvise in character between scenes to advance storylines while engaging and enlightening guests
Conduct additional research on the characters enhancing their portrayal and creating a more captivating experience for the audience
Provide an exceptional visitor experience through friendly and courteous interactions with guests staff and volunteers using polite greetings actively acknowledging guests and handling situations positively
Create a welcoming atmosphere for visitors with a customer-focused approach providing courteous and friendly answers to inquiries and valuable information to enhance the overall visitor experience
Assist with other interpretive and educational programming as required
Provide general cleaning and housekeeping of the green room and back-of-house performance spaces
Perform other duties as required

Organizational Excellence and Wellbeing

Contribute to inspiring and immersive experiences at the Park through your roles and responsibilities by engaging in Heritage Park initiatives that align with the overall mission and vision of the Park
Demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety by complying with Heritage Parks Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) following safe work practices reporting work-related incidents injuries and hazards participating in employer training and adhering policies including the Code of Conduct and the Workplace Violence and Harassment policy
Actively support a positive work environment by creating an atmosphere of inclusion engagement and fulfillment in line with Heritage Park values
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of our people collections and financial assets by ensuring that they are handled with integrity sustainability and a focus on long-term benefits for the organization and its stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

Enrolment or completion post-secondary drama training is an asset
Prior performance/acting experience is required; experience in performance roles for a minimum of 3 productions is preferred;
Unconventional and interactive theatre experiences (improv childrens theatre etc.) are an asset
Knowledge of western Canadian history language and deportment of the pre-1920s era is an asset
Familiarity with historical interpretation is considered an asset.
Excellent verbal communication and public performance skills
Well organized flexible adaptable with an ability to react and remain in-character
Demonstrated ability to creatively collaborate with others
Proven performance skills in acting excellent verbal communication and public relations skills and the ability to imaginatively develop and physically project a character
All successful candidates (over the age of 18) will be required to go through Police Information Check as a condition of employment.

Special Clothing and Equipment:

Appropriate costuming and safety equipment will be provided by HeritagePark; and
Footwear as designated by the Heritage Park Costume Department will beprovided by the employee.

Special Working Conditions:

The position will be exposed to weather extremes as it predominantlyworks outdoors; and
This position is physically demanding and the incumbent must have theability to stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the Park forextended periods

Hours of Work:

Rehearsals are mandatory for all Character Interpreters.
2026 Rehearsal dates: April 6th to May 15th.
Performances run daily from May 16th 2026 to September 7th 2026 (9:30am to 5:00pm).
The work week is 35 hours a week with two consecutive days off. Part-time positions are also available.
There is an option for performers to continue performing weekends from September 11 to October 12 2026.

Audition Details:

Deadline to apply is March 5th 2026.
Auditions will be held on March 7th and 8th at Heritage Park.
Selected candidates will have to perform a prepared monologue a short song and a cold read.
Full details will be sent to candidates selected to audition.

Heritage Park is committed to diverse inclusive casting. There will be a focus on casting a few roles of Black descent. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those considered for an audition will be contacted directly.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.

Back to all jobs at Heritage ParkCharacter InterpreterDepartment:Programming & Experience - InterpretationPosition Type:SeasonalApplication Deadline: March 5 2026 Contract Start Date: April 6 2026Contract End Date: October 12 2026Hours: 9:30 am to 5:00 pmWhat we offer:Flexible work arrangements...

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Character Interpreter

Department:Programming & Experience - Interpretation

Position Type:Seasonal

Application Deadline: March 5 2026

Contract Start Date: April 6 2026

Contract End Date: October 12 2026

Hours: 9:30 am to 5:00 pm

What we offer:

Flexible work arrangements where no one day is similar
Working in a beautiful park setting
Free entrance to the Park including to our many public special events
Employee discounts on food and retail items and free parking

Who We Are:

Job Overview:

Responsibilities:

Operational Support

Presents scripted and improvised historically inspired scenes for visitors to Heritage Park while wearing period piece costume
Improvise in character between scenes to advance storylines while engaging and enlightening guests
Conduct additional research on the characters enhancing their portrayal and creating a more captivating experience for the audience
Provide an exceptional visitor experience through friendly and courteous interactions with guests staff and volunteers using polite greetings actively acknowledging guests and handling situations positively
Create a welcoming atmosphere for visitors with a customer-focused approach providing courteous and friendly answers to inquiries and valuable information to enhance the overall visitor experience
Assist with other interpretive and educational programming as required
Provide general cleaning and housekeeping of the green room and back-of-house performance spaces
Perform other duties as required

Organizational Excellence and Wellbeing

Contribute to inspiring and immersive experiences at the Park through your roles and responsibilities by engaging in Heritage Park initiatives that align with the overall mission and vision of the Park
Demonstrate commitment to workplace health and safety by complying with Heritage Parks Health Safety and Environment Management System (HSEMS) following safe work practices reporting work-related incidents injuries and hazards participating in employer training and adhering policies including the Code of Conduct and the Workplace Violence and Harassment policy
Actively support a positive work environment by creating an atmosphere of inclusion engagement and fulfillment in line with Heritage Park values
Demonstrate responsible stewardship of our people collections and financial assets by ensuring that they are handled with integrity sustainability and a focus on long-term benefits for the organization and its stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

Enrolment or completion post-secondary drama training is an asset
Prior performance/acting experience is required; experience in performance roles for a minimum of 3 productions is preferred;
Unconventional and interactive theatre experiences (improv childrens theatre etc.) are an asset
Knowledge of western Canadian history language and deportment of the pre-1920s era is an asset
Familiarity with historical interpretation is considered an asset.
Excellent verbal communication and public performance skills
Well organized flexible adaptable with an ability to react and remain in-character
Demonstrated ability to creatively collaborate with others
Proven performance skills in acting excellent verbal communication and public relations skills and the ability to imaginatively develop and physically project a character
All successful candidates (over the age of 18) will be required to go through Police Information Check as a condition of employment.

Special Clothing and Equipment:

Appropriate costuming and safety equipment will be provided by HeritagePark; and
Footwear as designated by the Heritage Park Costume Department will beprovided by the employee.

Special Working Conditions:

The position will be exposed to weather extremes as it predominantlyworks outdoors; and
This position is physically demanding and the incumbent must have theability to stand for long periods of time and walk throughout the Park forextended periods

Hours of Work:

Rehearsals are mandatory for all Character Interpreters.
2026 Rehearsal dates: April 6th to May 15th.
Performances run daily from May 16th 2026 to September 7th 2026 (9:30am to 5:00pm).
The work week is 35 hours a week with two consecutive days off. Part-time positions are also available.
There is an option for performers to continue performing weekends from September 11 to October 12 2026.

Audition Details:

Deadline to apply is March 5th 2026.
Auditions will be held on March 7th and 8th at Heritage Park.
Selected candidates will have to perform a prepared monologue a short song and a cold read.
Full details will be sent to candidates selected to audition.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.