Costume Character - $16.90 / HR

Overview:

Act as a character and/or escort to costume characters, controlling crowds while entertaining Park Guests. Reports to Seasonal Entertainment Leads and Supervisor. Due to costume restrictions, candidates height must be between 5'7" and 5'9"

Responsibilities:

• Perform as an animated character in a variety of costumes.
• Entertain park guests in a professional manner. Ensure a positive experience for every guest.
• Perform at onsite as well as off-site promotional events representing Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.
• Act as an escort to costumed characters, controlling crowds and interacting with guests in a supported role.
• Maintain Costume Character standards as set forth by WB/DC Comics.
• Maintain character costumes including general cleaning and daily maintenance.
• Maintain and clean character areas.
• Ensure the safety of characters, guest, and animals.
• Comply with all company guidelines as listed in the employee handbook.
• Other duties as requested.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Prior experience in public performance preferred.
• Prior public speaking experience preferred.
• Must meet standards (height/build/look) as set forth by WB/DC Comics.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend, stoop, reach, twist, sit & lift up to 40 lbs
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the job duties.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions even in costume.
• Must be available to work weekends, evenings and holidays.