VIRTUAL AUDITION - Percussionist, Seasonal - SeaWorld Orlando
About The Position
Percussionist Audition: · Please submit your video reel and resume for consideration · Please include a slate and submit a video that does not exceed 5 minutes in length · Submit auditions to [email protected] by 4/9/26 at midnight. ____________________________________ What you get to do: Serve as an expert performer for assigned role Perform regularly in costume in assigned area adhering to set and/or show schedule Openly accept performance feedback and critique, and adapt accordingly to maintain a high standard of performance Provide solution-based ideas to solve problems Support the team’s daily activities Execute backstage tasks as outlined in daily schedule Assist Costuming team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed Ensure adherence to safety and procedural directions that accompany this position Perform other duties as assigned What it takes to succeed: Personable and animated with a fun, outgoing personality Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly Ability to work in indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and temperature while performing in a character costume Demonstrated strong costume and escorting skills Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds Availability to work varying shifts and hours based on business needs; available to work opening, mid, closing, nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as after hour rehearsals Ability to move in full costume at a standard consistent with creative intent Ability to maintain character integrity Willingness to participate in regular internal performance assessments Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed Perform the following physical activities, kneeling, bending, squatting, jumping, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing) Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes. Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals What else is important: Previous percussionist experience preferred Previous guest experience in a high volume capacity preferred At least 18 years old High school diploma or equivalent required 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
- Personable and animated with a fun, outgoing personality
- Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly
- Ability to work in indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and temperature while performing in a character costume
- Demonstrated strong costume and escorting skills
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work varying shifts and hours based on business needs; available to work opening, mid, closing, nights, weekends, and holidays, as well as after hour rehearsals
- Ability to move in full costume at a standard consistent with creative intent
- Ability to maintain character integrity
- Willingness to participate in regular internal performance assessments
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
- Perform the following physical activities, kneeling, bending, squatting, jumping, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.
- Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes.
- Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Nice To Haves
- Previous percussionist experience preferred
- Previous guest experience in a high volume capacity preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as an expert performer for assigned role
- Perform regularly in costume in assigned area adhering to set and/or show schedule
- Openly accept performance feedback and critique, and adapt accordingly to maintain a high standard of performance
- Provide solution-based ideas to solve problems
- Support the team’s daily activities
- Execute backstage tasks as outlined in daily schedule
- Assist Costuming team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed
- Ensure adherence to safety and procedural directions that accompany this position
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
