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Scare Actor, Howl-O-Scream Auditions

SeaWorld Orlando, Orlando, FL, USA

Pay: 60.000 - 80.000

Job type: Seasonal


Seasonal Position
At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard‑working individuals to become our Ambassadors and play an important part on our incredible team.

Howl‑O‑Scream 2026 SCARE ACTOR AUDITIONS
Think you have what it takes to haunt the night? Howl‑O‑Scream is back for 2026 and we're looking for monsters, maniacs, creatures, and chaos‑makers to join the fear! Whether you're a returning fan favorite or brand new to the event, this is your chance to become part of the scream team.

Live In‑Person Audition Event
Saturday, June 6, 2026

6:00 PM

Ports of Call

This isn't just an audition - it's the official kickoff to spooky season. Come experience the energy of Howl‑O‑Scream before the fear even rolls in.

What to Expect

Photo ops

Snacks & treats

High‑energy audition atmosphere

Meet fellow scare actors and Howl‑O‑Scream fans

Potential to get hired ON THE SPOT

Returning scare actors – we want to see you there! Bring a friend who is ready to join the fear.

No acting experience? No problem. We're looking for energetic performers who can commit to the scare and bring the streets to life on select event nights from September 18 to October 31, 2026.

Come loud. Come creepy. Come ready to scream. You never know who will come back this season.

What you get to do

Provide top‑notch quality production to our seasoned guests and first‑time visitors for Howl‑O‑Scream Orlando.

Give award‑winning scare‑event performances while maintaining creative integrity.

Limited opportunities to participate in special events such as Howl‑Sprint 5k.

Enjoy employee discounts and complimentary tickets to all SeaWorld parks (except Discovery Cove).

Make lifelong friendships and be a part of a legendary Entertainment Family.

What it takes to succeed

Performers entertain guests in various ways, including but not limited to actors, costume characters or specialty talent (e.g., stilt walking, bungee harness, slider performer).

Outgoing performers who can also tell a story through their performance. Must have great showmanship.

Must attend a live audition or submit a virtual audition.

Be a team player and have a positive attitude.

Participate in all physical and vocal warm‑ups and cool‑downs.

Ability to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, and/or jump up repeatedly for the duration of the shift.

Flexibility in schedule but evening availability with shifts as late as 1:00 am. Most shifts will start between 5:00 pm–6:30 pm and end between 12:00 am–1:00 am.

Must be at least 18 years old.

Perks of the Position
Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast‑paced environment, great teammates, and:

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national or origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability or covered veteran status.

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