SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment
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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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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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