About The Position

SeaWorld San Antonio is seeking Costumed Characters and Character Escorts. This role involves performing in assigned areas according to show schedules, participating in daily warm-ups, developing skills to maintain show quality, and following show notes for improvement. The position requires maintaining personal appearance, assisting with general cleaning of assigned areas, reporting prop/costume repairs, and working with cast/crew and management to uphold show integrity. Successful candidates will demonstrate courteous and professional behavior, work effectively in a team to enhance productivity and guest service, and maintain a professional appearance according to grooming standards.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years old
  • High school diploma, GED, or be in the process of obtaining one.
  • Must demonstrate ability to perform in cast role during the try-out process.
  • Must be able to work outdoors during evening hours.
  • Must be available for all rehearsal and performance dates.
  • Previous performance in community/school extra-curricular activities.
  • Communication and public relations skills.
  • Must be able to multitask while maintaining a positive attitude to ensure excellent guest service.
  • Provide excellent service to guests and team members.
  • Must be able to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather conditions.
  • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.
  • Consistently practices safe work habits including, but not limited to, the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations.
  • Must be willing to comply with and ensure team members comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
  • Must be able to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications within established timelines.

Nice To Haves

  • Parental consent form signed before audition (for those under 18)

Responsibilities

  • Performs show/act in assigned area according to show schedules.
  • Performs daily warm-up on individual basis to insure performance without injury.
  • Develops skills/knowledge to maintain excellent quality show/appearance.
  • Follows through on show notes to insure progress in specific areas.
  • Maintain personal appearance by meeting costume and make-up requirements.
  • Assist in general cleaning of specified areas.
  • Assist in the daily operational aspects of assigned show, reporting prop/costume repairs in a timely manner.
  • General cleaning of assigned area.
  • Works with cast/crew and management to maintain the integrity of the show.
  • Consistently demonstrates courteous and professional behavior in all work aspects with all team members and guests.
  • Works as part of a team to increase productivity and while providing excellent guest service.
  • Maintains a professional appearance that meets grooming standards.
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