Seasonal Performer

Florida Aquarium•Tampa, FL

About The Position

Perform multiple times per day in assigned locations for The Florida Aquarium’s 20265 live summer show: Dive into Adventure! Perform appearances for special events, media or promotional purposes. Perform other strategic guest interactions throughout the Aquarium. Act as a brand ambassador for The Florida Aquarium.

Requirements

Theatrical Performance, Atmospheric Entertainment, Costume Character or Mascot Experience
A Bachelor’s degree, or 2+ years work experience, in Performing or Visual Arts, Education or related fields
Improvisation and Movement Skills
Experience working with children in a performance or educational setting
Successful audition with The Florida Aquarium and any contracted parties
Software - Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
Customer Service Orientation - Listening and understanding the customer and anticipating and evaluating the customer’s needs; making the customer’s satisfaction a high priority in all areas of responsibility.
Teamwork - supporting, facilitating, and participating in activities that promote team effectiveness, demonstrating sensitivity for the feelings and needs of team members and supporting team goals.
Integrity/Trust - Demonstrates uncompromising adherence to ethical principles, organizational and social norms; builds trust with staff, internal and external customers; respects the confidentiality of personal and proprietary information
Judgment - Deciding on and committing to an action on the examination of the facts at hand; finding creative solutions to situations and opportunities that arise; taking strategic risks when necessary.
Concern for Detail - Pays attention to every portion of any task.
Communication (oral, physical and written) - Effectively expressing ideas verbally and non-verbally and actively listening to individuals and groups; preparing and focusing presentations to the characteristics and needs of the audience; expressing ideas clearly and concisely in written form, through memoranda, letters, reports and other documents.
Performance - Bringing defined characters to life in a way that supports the intent of the management team while entertaining and educating the guests.
Sitting - 1 hour per day
Standing - 4 hours per day
Singing/Speaking / Projecting to large crowds throughout the day
Walking - 4 hours per day
Bending/Stooping - Occasionally
Squatting - Occasionally
Kneeling - Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally
Carrying (up to 40 lbs.) - Occasionally
Lifting (up to 40 lbs.) - Occasionally
Exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity
Exposure to dust, fumes and gases
Coping with demands (stresses associated with the job and/or the work environment so that acceptable levels of performance and overall contribution are maintained)
Flexibility in working weekends and evenings
Flexibility in working holidays

Nice To Haves

Bilingual/Spanish Language a plus

Responsibilities

Performs as a singer and/or actor within a group of other performers
Performs other strategic guest interactions in assigned areas according to schedules
Performs daily physical and vocal warm-ups as needed to perform safely
Maintains appearance, character, and program quality as approved by Supervisor(s)
Takes and implements show or other program notes from Supervisor(s) to ensure top quality performance
Maintains costume and make-up requirements based on assignment
Assists in light cleaning and maintenance of break and performance areas
Reports costume or show issues to Supervisor(s) in a timely manner
Shows courteous and professional behavior with The Florida Aquarium team and guests
Maintains team spirit with fellow Team Members to ensure seamless guest service
Aids in the organizational and conservational goals set by The Florida Aquarium
Respects and embodies the company values and mission
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)