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SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Costume Specialist, Senior

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646

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SEASONAL POSITION

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun, and lasting memories. As a key member of our team, you will play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to guests from around the world. If you are dedicated, dependable, and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is the place for you!

What You Get To Do

Responsible for maintaining costuming integrity of assigned shows and productions

Maintain cleanliness, safety, and quality standards through all assigned tasks

Construct new costumes

Coordinate and instruct on cleaning, care, and maintenance of costumes; this includes making needed repairs to costumes, costume characters, costume overlays, wigs, headpieces, footwear, and laundering and storage of costumes

Install and strike assigned festivals and shows

Maintain cleanliness and organization of costuming areas, and stock adequate inventory and costuming repair materials

Assist performers with dressing needs, ensuring costumes are properly pre‑set and post‑set during shows and events

Assist with pre‑setting costumes for special events/functions

Attend and assist with dress rehearsals and on‑stage approvals when required

Maintain frequent open communication of costume character costuming needs and updates with Stage Managers, Dresser Team, Costuming Staff, and Management to ensure all costume characters are in working order and in top quality condition and appearance; including but not limited to costume characters and festival‑specific costumes

Assist with opening and closing duties in the Costume Shop

Assist with entertainment activities and special events in other facilities as needed

Perform other duties as assigned based on business need

What It Takes to Succeed

At least 18 years old

Have a High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 2 years experience with costume construction, repair, or maintenance of costumes and/or wardrobe items

Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, weekends/holidays

Working knowledge of basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Office, and Excel

Good oral and written communication skills

Ability to handle multiple tasks under high pressure

Team‑oriented with a kid‑centric attitude

Excellent organizational skills; experience with project management a plus

Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems

Excellent hand and industrial machine sewing skills

Construction and/or costume design abilities preferred

Ability to follow specific instructions and teach others to assist based on needs of item

Experience with or willingness to learn airbrush techniques and designs

Experience with or willingness to learn wig care and maintenance

Sewing skills needed to perform costume alterations, costume construction, replace zippers and snaps

The theme park experience a plus

What Else is Important

Able to lift, push, and pull a maximum of 25 lbs. several times throughout a scheduled shift

Able to stand, sit, lie down, squat, and bend repeatedly throughout the day

Able to climb two flights of stairs multiple times a day

If offered an interview, you will be required to bring a sample portfolio of your work to the interview.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast‑paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends

Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events and giveaways

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.

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