Lake Compounce - Daytime Halloween Actor

Splish Splash Water Park • Bristol, CT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Compounce is seeking Entertainment Hosts to bring our Daytime Halloween operations to life! Ideal candidates have an enthusiasm for acting and creativity and are willing to transform into a kid-friendly character by use of costumes and make-up. This role involves entertaining guests with fun performances, remaining in character throughout scheduled shifts, greeting and interacting with guests appropriately, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The position requires compliance with all park policies, procedures, and labor laws, as well as proactive monitoring of assigned areas for safety hazards.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass an audition and attend character training for this role
• Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Connecticut Child Labor Laws
• Must be able to obtain Working Papers if under the age of 18
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (including Halloween, if open)
• Ability to work 20+ hours per week, when needed
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must comply with all grooming standards, uniform and/or costume requirements
• Ability to immerse in role and remain in character throughout the performance
• Must possess strong cardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy
• Must be playful, outgoing, friendly, and convey a positive, guest-centric attitude
• Must possess effective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a fast-paced team
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to wear assigned costume for extended periods of time
• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more

Nice To Haves

• Previous Halloween or acting experience preferred, but not required
• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Entertain guests with fun performances!
• Consistently remain in character throughout the entirety of scheduled shifts, which involve walking, running, making noises, changing posture, or using props
• Greet and interact with all guests in an appropriate manner for your character
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Comply with all park policies, procedures, and labor law
• Proactively monitor assigned areas and quickly identify and escalate any safety hazards or other risks to the proper authorities
• All other duties as assigned by leadership

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Lake Compounce and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed