Scare Actor

Wild Waves Theme & Waterpark • Federal Way, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Wild Waves Theme & Waterpark is seeking energetic, creative, and enthusiastic performers to join our Fright Fest Entertainment Team as Scare Actors. Scare Actors play a key role in delivering immersive, high-energy, and thrilling experiences for our guests by portraying frightening characters in haunted houses, scare zones, and throughout the park during the annual Fright Fest event. This is a fast-paced, performance-based role ideal for individuals who enjoy acting, improvisation, and creating memorable guest experiences in a themed environment.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and all scheduled Fright Fest dates , including Halloween
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team
• Comfortable wearing costumes, masks, makeup, and prosthetics for extended periods
• Ability to remain in character and perform repetitive movements throughout a shift
• Comfortable working in environments with loud noises, fog, flashing lights, darkness, and heightened guest emotions
• Ability to stand, walk, crouch, and perform physical movements for extended periods
• Ability to navigate tight spaces, backstage areas, and crowded guest environments

Nice To Haves

• Prior acting, theater, dance, or performance experience preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Portray a variety of horror-themed characters in haunted attractions, scare zones, and park pathways
• Perform scares, character movements, and improvisation while maintaining safety and professionalism
• Remain in character at all times while on stage and maintain high energy throughout assigned shifts
• Follow direction from Entertainment Supervisors, Stage Managers, and Leadership
• Attend all required auditions, rehearsals, training sessions, and costume fittings
• Wear assigned costumes, masks, makeup, and/or prosthetics as required for the role
• Adhere to all park safety standards, performance guidelines, and operational procedures
• Monitor assigned performance areas and report safety concerns, guest issues, or operational needs to leadership
• Support a positive team environment while delivering an exciting and frightening guest experience

What This Job Offers

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