Drummers & Piano Players

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. • Tampa, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Open Auditions: You must attend an in person audition on Tuesday, December 30th @ 4pm to be considered for this role. Please complete online application prior to audition. December 30th- 4pm check in at Human Resources Check-In Location: 3605 East Bougainvillea Ave - Human Resources Building no applicants will be accepted past 4pm Please prepare 16 measures of a pop selection and 16 measures of a jazz selection What you get to do: Perform 4-6 theater shows per daily schedule to include special functions, rehearsals, and recordings Participate in maintaining Busch Gardens cleanliness standards Provide and maintain specific instrument including working condition and appearance Perform all other duties as assigned What it takes to succeed: Must be at least 18 years old Ability to sight read music Outgoing and friendly personality- versatile and ability to improvise Outstanding performance and showmanship while performing set musical selections Flexible with work hours and working conditions Willingness to own and keep instrument in working condition High School graduate (preferred) Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights (if needed/required) Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying Florida weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes and theatrical elements Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks(use of tools/keyboard/writing) Perform all cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities 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. Whether you’re a singer, dancer, actor, or performer, our parks are waiting for you. From thrilling live shows to captivating character interactions, there’s a role for everyone. Actors - Great stage presence and interactive comedic skills that excel at improvisation. Actors perform in multiple high-energy shows per day, on our stages and streets, to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Costumed Characters - Personable, animated people with fun, outgoing personalities to bring Sesame Street® characters to life. Share the joy of entertaining children and other guests as a costumed character by greeting guests, shaking hands, posing for pictures, and giving hugs. Costumed character performers also act as a character escort to assist with guest interactions. Dancers - Demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including jazz, musical theatre, ballet, and modern. Partnering skills, break dancing, tumbling, tap, or other specialties are a plus. Dancers perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Event Performers - Bring our special and seasonal events to life such as Event Host, Culinary Performers and Santa's Helpers. Instrumentalists - Proficient in percussion, brass, woodwinds or guitar. All instrumentalists should have the ability to play varying styles ranging from pop/rock to Motown to gospel and must be able to memorize music for shows and perform with great stage presence. Scare Squad - Enthusiastic performers, who are passionate about Halloween, to add fun and scary excitement to our award-winning Howl-O-Scream events. Vocalists - Great energy and stage presence who can demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including pop, rock, musical theatre, classical, contemporary, and a cappella vocal styling. Capacity to hear/sing harmonies is a must. Sight reading skills are not required but are preferred. Vocalists perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. How should I prepare for my audition? You will be asked to learn a dance combination and participate in improve and athletic stamina exercises. Costumed character auditions are based primarily on movement, non-verbal communication, and physical coordination. Please arrive early enough to stretch and warm up before the audition begins. Please wear form fitting dance attire that allows a full range of movement and tennis or jazz shoes. Please do not wear jeans. Prepare a resume and headshot, which will be retained by the audition team. Please view our career opportunities website for current openings.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Ability to sight read music
• Outgoing and friendly personality- versatile and ability to improvise
• Outstanding performance and showmanship while performing set musical selections
• Flexible with work hours and working conditions
• Willingness to own and keep instrument in working condition
• Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guests
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 30 lbs. on a frequent basis
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights (if needed/required)
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying Florida weather, to include extreme heat.
• Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes and theatrical elements
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks(use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Perform all cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
• Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

Nice To Haves

• High School graduate (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Perform 4-6 theater shows per daily schedule to include special functions, rehearsals, and recordings
• Participate in maintaining Busch Gardens cleanliness standards
• Provide and maintain specific instrument including working condition and appearance
• Perform all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED