Knott's Scary Farm Talent

16.90 / Hour

SCARY FARM TALENT

Knotts Scary Farm is the longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event in Southern California.Forthe 53rd year were creatingnightmares unimaginable scares and innovative thrills. At Knotts Scary Farm we leave no tomb unearthed no crypt un-rattled and no fear untouched.

Knotts Farm is casting versatile and physically expressive performers of all types to bring Halloween entertainment to life for Knotts Scary Farm. Performers should be adaptable quick-thinking and comfortable improvising while maintaining character for extended periods of time in a highly immersive environment. Ideal candidates are team-oriented reliable and available to attend all required orientations training sessions rehearsals and event dates. Mandatory training dates will be provided at the time of audition. We are committed to casting a diverse group of performers representing a wide range of identities backgrounds and experiences.

To be considered for a talent position applicants must submit an application and attend an audition. Please note that attending an audition does not guarantee employment with Knotts Scary Farm. This role is compensated at a rate of $16.90/hr.

AUDITION INFO

Please read the following carefully.

After an application has been submitted eligible applicants will receive a private link to schedule an audition.

In-person Monster auditions will be hosted at Knotts Berry Farm throughout the month of June.

(June)

Select audition dates are reserved for returning must have an audition reservation to attend. Walk-ins will not be accepted.

Come to the audition dressed ready to move and act like a monster but please come dressed as yourself

NO COSTUMES MONSTER MAKEUP OR PROPS.

Due to the high volume of applicants for this role it may take up to 1012 business days for eligibleapplicants to receive an audition link. If the 12-business day period has passed and you have not heard from our team please email:

KNOTTS SCARY FARM 2026 EVENT DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS*:

(September)
(October)

*Event dates are subject to change

• Uses creativity and common sense while startling and scaring guests in a safe and effective manner that utilizes performance techniques taught in training
• Works as a member of a team to achieve overall atmosphere and goals set by Entertainment leadership and show directors
• Consistently performs role as scripted and/or conceived
• Remain in character while onstage and in view of guests and interact with guests while performing in a professional and artistic manner
• Utilizes a variety of props and noise makers to support the guests scare experience in a safe manner
• Performs vocalizations such as grunts groans growls screams and other monster noises to contribute to the assigned character
• Maintains changes in posture walk body movements and physical presence to enhance character believability
• Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates including initiating guest interactions answering questions and giving accurate directions
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags Safety guidelines andrequirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision
• Meets scheduling availabilityrequirements that include nights weekends and holidays
• FulfillsScaryFarms attendancerequirements as outlined in the Six Flags attendance policy
• Adheres to the Six Flags Rules of Conduct including specific costuming and grooming standards as outlined in Employee Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures
• Other duties may be assigned

• Availability to work all assignedScaryFarmtraining and event dates (Thursday-Sunday) which includes weekday/weekends nights and holidays. Some shifts start as early as 3pm and some shifts go as late as 3am
• Experience in stage acting or haunted attractions helpful but notrequired
• Willingness and ability to wear heavy makeup and/or a mask that covers the entire face for extended periods of time in varying Southern California temperatures and weather conditions
• Ability to pass a background check if 18 years of age or older which may include but is not limited to credit criminal and DMV
• Provide record of previous employment education and personal references per Company policy unless prohibited by federal state or provincial law

For audition and casting questions please email theScaryFarmCasting Team:

If youre interested in working KnottsScaryFarmbut performing as a monster is not for you please continue to check ourjobwebsite for additional opportunities such as Blackout and Guest Control positions.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Performers must be at least 18 years old. We support a drug-free workplace and perform physicals and background checks.