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Knott's Scary Farm - Dancers Buena Park, CA

Six Flags · Buena Park, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$20.65/hr
Job type:
Full Time

Knott's Scary Farm - Dancers

Buena Park, California
Job Category: Entertainment Shows/Performers
$20.65 / hour
DANCERS (Knott's Scary Farm)
AUDITION:
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
(sign in: 9:30-9:55am; audition at 10:00am)
Knott's Berry Farm
8189 Western Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620
Knott's Berry Farm Entertainment is casting DANCERS for Knott's Scary Farm. Seeking a diverse spectrum of gender identities and ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Performers should aim to exceed guest expectations and provide the highest quality of entertainment. A dance combination will be taught at the audition. Please wear appropriate dance attire. Shoes must be worn at all times. Please bring a photo and resume. Rehearsals will begin in September 2026. An ideal candidate is available to work all scheduled rehearsal and event dates. This role is compensated at a rate of $20.65/hr.
KNOTT'S SCARY FARM 2026 EVENT DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS*:
(September) 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 27
(October) 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31
*Event dates are subject to change
Park in the Western Employee parking lot (8189 Western Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620) located between La Palma and Crescent on Western Ave. Please proceed to Western Employee Park Entrance where a Knott's Berry Farm representative will escort applicants to the audition area.
Responsibilities:
Using your talents to enrich Knott's Scary Farm's atmosphere for guests
Working as a member of a team to achieve overall atmosphere and goals set by Entertainment leadership and show directors
Consistently performing your role as scripted and/or conceived
Remaining in character while "on‑stage" and in view of guests and interact with guests while performing in a professional and artistic manner
Providing guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving accurate directions
Maintaining cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags Safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision
Meeting scheduling availability requirements that include nights, weekends, and holidays
Fulfilling attendance requirements as outlined in the Six Flags attendance policy
Adhering to the Six Flags Rules of Conduct including specific costuming and grooming standards as outlined in Employee Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures
Performing other duties as they are assigned
Qualifications:
Availability to work all assigned rehearsal and event dates that include weekday/weekends nights and holidays
Dance experience (required)
Ability to commit to multiple days of work per week and adhere to minimum availability requirements
Ability to perform in outdoor venues in varying Southern California weather conditions
Willingness and ability to wear heavy make‑up, wigs and costuming for extended periods of time
Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law
Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, and DMV
Ability to provide record of previous employment, education, and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law
Attending an audition does not guarantee employment with Knott's Berry Farm. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must at least 18 years of age. We support a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment physicals and background checks.