Entertainer/Performer - Dolly Parton's Stampede
About The Position
Dolly Parton's Stampede is seeking talented performers with positive attitudes, energetic personalities, and a passion for entertaining to join its cast in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Performers take part in live shows in a physically demanding and safety-sensitive role involving live animals, props, and dynamic stage environments. They are expected to work safely to protect themselves, fellow performers, animals, and guests, and to follow company safety policies, procedures, and training requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Applicants are instructed to email a recent portrait headshot, resume, and performance reels directly to [email protected] after applying on Indeed. Dance reels or horse-riding clips may be included if available. The email subject line must include “Performer 2026 Season.”
Requirements
- Positive attitude, energetic personality, and passion for entertaining.
- Ability to perform the role's physically demanding and safety-sensitive activities.
- Ability to horseback ride as part of live show performances.
- Ability to meet the listed mobility, stamina, agility, lifting, pushing, pulling, and manual dexterity demands.
- Ability to work safely around live animals, moving objects, and dynamic stage environments.
- Ability to communicate effectively, maintain situational awareness, and respond appropriately in emergencies.
- Compliance with company safety policies, procedures, training requirements, and applicable OSHA-related guidelines.
Nice To Haves
- Dance reels or horse-riding clips, if available.
Responsibilities
- Perform horseback riding as part of live show performances.
- Stand and move for extended periods during rehearsals and performances.
- Frequently bend, stoop, twist, and engage in dynamic physical movement.
- Occasionally move or lift materials weighing up to 100 lbs.
- Occasionally push or pull equipment exceeding 100 lbs.
- Use hands to grasp, handle, and control equipment and reins.
- Work in varied environments, including elevated positions, confined spaces, sand, and areas with moving mechanical parts.
- Perform in proximity to live animals and moving objects.
- Communicate effectively with team members in routine and high-pressure situations.
- Maintain awareness of surroundings, including visual and auditory cues, to support safe performance execution.
- Respond appropriately in emergencies using sound judgment.
- Follow company safety policies and OSHA-related guidelines, use required personal protective equipment when applicable, participate in safety training and rehearsals, and promptly report hazards, incidents, or unsafe conditions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-matched 401(k).
- Complimentary and discounted tickets to the company's shows and select area attractions.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
