Haunted Actor
About The Position
Ripley’s Haunted Adventure is seeking energetic and enthusiastic actors to provide bone-chilling experiences for guests during the 2026/2027 winter season. The attraction is a multi-million-dollar haunted house featuring live actors, animatronics, and special effects. Actors perform in a variety of roles outside and inside the haunted house. They may entice visitors to enter, introduce and welcome guests, and perform in scripted or unscripted roles. Some roles include ad-libbed interactions. Actors remain in character during guest interactions and bring professionalism and energy to the experience. This is a seasonal position.
Requirements
- Must enjoy interacting with and scaring people.
- Must be adept at applying theatrical makeup or willing to learn to apply it effectively.
- Must be able to work in dark, confined spaces and move quickly between locations within the house.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be mature and responsible, and able to get along with the entire team of actors.
- Must be able to adapt performances as necessary and respond to performance feedback.
- Must be able to stand for extended periods.
Responsibilities
- Entertain and engage guests from when they are considering a ticket purchase until after they exit the show.
- Wear costume and makeup to portray assigned characters.
- Depending on the role, memorize and deliver a script theatrically, ad-lib conversations with guests, or operate an elevator or lift.
- Monitor guests throughout the show to help ensure their safety within the house.
- Perform regular cleaning and maintenance as necessary to maintain the integrity of Ripley’s attractions and shows.
- Perform additional duties specific to each Ripley’s attraction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
