Lake Compounce - Seasonal Face Character Actress/Actor

Splish Splash Water Park • Bristol, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Compounce is seeking Face Character Actresses/Actors who will bring our character program to life. Our Face Characters will greet our guests, pose for photographs, and help make memorable moments for our guests. Step into the role of one of our new face characters! Your primary duty will be to greet, meet, and entertain our park guests with vibrant energy and contagious enthusiasm.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Lake Compounce Child Labor Laws
• Must successfully pass an audition and/or character training for this role
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work 20+ hours per week, when needed
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must comply with all grooming standards, uniform and/or costume requirements
• Ability to immerse in role and remain in character throughout the performance
• Must possess strong cardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy
• Must be playful, outgoing, friendly, and convey a positive, guest-centric attitude
• Must possess effective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills
• Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a fast-paced team
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to wear assigned costume for extended periods of time
• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
• Ability to perform in costumes that may have limited sight lines
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 40 pounds or more
• Must be 5’4-5’6 and fit into a women’s Extra Small (for 1846 Female Character)
• Classic look, no visible tattoo, piercings, or unnatural colored hair. Slim Build (for 1846 Female Character)
• Acting/Improv ability, high quality character actress (for 1846 Female Character)
• Must memorize light scripting and historical facts about the park (for 1846 Female Character)
• Must lightly improv and interact with guests (for 1846 Female Character)
• Must be comfortable wearing a wig and makeup (for 1846 Female Character)
• Must be 5’6-5’8 and fit in a size Women’s Large (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Classic look, no visible tattoo or piercings. Highly Athletic, Muscular Build (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Acting/Improv ability, high quality character actress (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Passable for 20’s (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Must memorize scripting and interact with guests (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Will read from sides, and may be asked to improv (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Must be comfortable wearing a wig and makeup (for Jacqueline Timber)
• Must be 5’8-5’10 and fit in a size Men’s Extra Large (for Jackson Timber)
• Classic look, no visible tattoo or piercings. Thick, Muscular, Athletic Build (for Jackson Timber)
• Acting/Improv ability, high quality character actor (for Jackson Timber)
• Passable for 20’s (for Jackson Timber)
• Must memorize scripting and interact with guests (for Jackson Timber)
• Will read from sides, and may be asked to improv (for Jackson Timber)
• Must be comfortable wearing a wig and makeup (for Jackson Timber)

Nice To Haves

• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Entertain Park guests by creating fun and immersive character performances
• Meet and greet with all guests in a fun, memorable manner
• Be prepared and in costume on time for all scheduled shifts
• Maintain the illusion of being the character you are representing through physical movement and interactions with guests
• Follow all protocols of the park’s character training.
• Execute performances as scripted by the park
• Communicate any safety concerns related to the costume and/or the environment you are performing, in a timely manner
• Be respectful of the costume – return to storage properly, maintain appearance, spot clean as needed in accordance with training
• Report costume maintenance needs in a timely manner
• Assist in costume maintenance and repair
• Be responsible for personal hygiene and under layers to maintain a shared costume
• All other duties assigned by leadership

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Lake Compounce and all Palace Entertainment parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees