Seasonal Entertainment Technician

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. • Orlando, FL

88d • Onsite

About The Position

What you get to do: Perform theater/stadium opening and closing duties and daily systems inspections Setup and operate daily performances and special events as a stagehand, spotlight operator, lighting operator, audio operator or camera/video equipment operator Troubleshoot, maintain and repair theatrical equipment Ensure assignments are met and department policies are adhered to Assist Production team with installations for new shows, special events or Consumer Events Monitor and take initiative to ensure assigned show area is 100% show ready, safe and clean at all times Work with Stage Manager to complete assigned daily tasks and complete project list items What it takes to succeed: Experience with industrial vehicles or watercraft, such as a high reach, forklift, scissor lift, barge, john boat preferred Basic understanding of the following disciplines: electrical theory, basic carpentry, and handling/setup of pyrotechnic materials preferred Ability to read and interpret lighting plots, schematics, and blueprints preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook equal to business needs preferred Possession of a valid state driver’s license preferred What else is important: High school diploma or equivalent At least 18 years old Minimum 1 year experience working in a theme park/theatrical environment with specific training in at least one of the following areas: Lighting, Staging, Video, Audio or Equipment Repair (moving lights, pumps, motors, fixtures, pneumatics) Ability to work professionally, responsibly and safely in a team environment Be comfortable operating computers and computerized control systems used in theatrical performances Have good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally via headset Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights between 6 and 65 feet Ability to stand, bend or kneel for long periods of time Ability to bend, reach, twist and turn with complete flexibility Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds Be comfortable working in theater and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions, in/around water, in varying weather conditions) Be comfortable working around animals Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations Be able to train on and properly use protective gear Be comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor Be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as event rehearsal shifts 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

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 18 years old
• Minimum 1 year experience working in a theme park/theatrical environment with specific training in at least one of the following areas: Lighting, Staging, Video, Audio or Equipment Repair (moving lights, pumps, motors, fixtures, pneumatics)
• Ability to work professionally, responsibly and safely in a team environment
• Be comfortable operating computers and computerized control systems used in theatrical performances
• Have good oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally via headset
• Ability to climb a ladder and work at heights between 6 and 65 feet
• Ability to stand, bend or kneel for long periods of time
• Ability to bend, reach, twist and turn with complete flexibility
• Ability to lift, push and pull 50 pounds
• Be comfortable working in theater and outdoor environments (dark/nighttime conditions, in/around water, in varying weather conditions)
• Be comfortable working around animals
• Be comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
• Be able to train on and properly use protective gear
• Be comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
• Be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as event rehearsal shifts

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industrial vehicles or watercraft, such as a high reach, forklift, scissor lift, barge, john boat preferred
• Basic understanding of the following disciplines: electrical theory, basic carpentry, and handling/setup of pyrotechnic materials preferred
• Ability to read and interpret lighting plots, schematics, and blueprints preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook equal to business needs preferred
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform theater/stadium opening and closing duties and daily systems inspections
• Setup and operate daily performances and special events as a stagehand, spotlight operator, lighting operator, audio operator or camera/video equipment operator
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair theatrical equipment
• Ensure assignments are met and department policies are adhered to
• Assist Production team with installations for new shows, special events or Consumer Events
• Monitor and take initiative to ensure assigned show area is 100% show ready, safe and clean at all times
• Work with Stage Manager to complete assigned daily tasks and complete project list items

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED