Holiday in the Park Performers

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation • Valencia, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Six Flags Magic Mountain is hiring performers for its Holiday in the Park special event. Available roles include Dancer ($20.00 per hour), Dance Captain ($21.50 per hour), Vocalist ($20.00 per hour), and Show Character ($20.00 per hour). The Dancer and Show Character roles are described as short-term positions for a specific special event and period.

Performers entertain park guests through dance, singing, musical performance, character appearances, guest interaction, and related show duties. Work takes place around crowds and may involve heat, cold, sun, wetness, humidity, and other changing weather conditions. Costume weight varies by role. Overtime may be required from time to time to accommodate business needs.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Dancers must be physically fit, have dance experience, and have a passion for dance and stage presence.
• Vocalists must be fully proficient on their instrument.
• Applicants must be able to work in crowds and in heat and cold for performance intervals of up to 45 minutes; the Dancer description also specifies two-hour intervals during rehearsals.
• Must be able to carry and wear the costume weight specified for the role: 5–20 pounds for Dance Captain and Show Character, 5–10 pounds for Vocalist, and 5–10 pounds in the general physical requirements.
• Must be able to perform the physical activities listed, including standing, talking, climbing, walking, reaching, finger movement, grasping, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversation, seeing near and far, stooping, bending, and kneeling.
• Must be able to work in extreme heat, sun, cold, wetness, humidity, and temperature changes.
• Lifts over 51 pounds require help from a coworker or mechanical device.
• Vocalists who are not already members will be required to join the American Federation of Musicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform freestyle and choreographed dance (Dancer).
• Perform in choreographed dance routines and shows, follow blocking and choreography, provide notes to fellow team members when necessary, communicate issues or concerns to supervision, and keep a log of notes (Dance Captain).
• Play musical instruments and equipment, sing, meet and greet guests, speak to crowds, and entertain park guests (Vocalist).
• Perform as a body or fur-suit character in a show, follow blocking and dance choreography, greet guests, and entertain them (Show Character).
• Interact and dance with guests, maintain clean dressing rooms, and transport costumes between the performance location and wardrobe (Dancer).
• Bring high energy, enthusiasm, and animation to performances and guest interactions.
• Work in crowds and perform during rehearsals or shows for the stated intervals.
• Carry and wear costumes weighing the amount specified for the applicable role.

What This Job Offers

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