What you get to do:
- Provide guidance for the character and performer staff, and maintain a positive working environment
- Assist in training and coaching ambassadors
- Assist with the preparation of weekly and daily schedules
- Assist with producing special projects (i.e. Parades, Character Happenings, Character Shows, Dance Rehearsals)
- Supervise off site revenue initiatives with hotel partners
- Perform office duties such as filing, organization, and computer documentation
- Manages daily operation of performer section including all in park and out of park character/performer promotional appearances.
- Partner with other departments to create and maintain revenue generating opportunities (i.e. Photo Ops, Tours)
- Maintain a safe work environment and safety requirements
- Provide feedback to Manager regarding character and performer activities
- Maintain all walk around costumes and the character rooms
- Order all supplies for performer staff
- Conduct Entertainment orientation for new hires
- Assist in writing reviews and giving constructive feedback
- Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests
- Perform other duties assigned
What it takes to succeed:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Have at least 2 years leadership experience in theme park or entertainment industry
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Performing Arts or related field preferred
- Training from a professional arts school preferred
- Have a valid state driver’s license and be able to obtain a company driver’s license
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
What else is important:
- Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
- Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
- Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
- Be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
EEO Employer:
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.
