Howl-O-Scream Scare Squad (Busch Gardens Tampa) Position Available In Hillsborough, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Busch Gardens Tampa is seeking dedicated and dependable individuals to join their Howl-O-Scream Scare Squad as seasonal Scare Actors. Responsibilities include attending marketing events, performing as characters to scare guests, and maintaining a safe work area. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, have previously worked at Howl-O-Scream, and be available for weekend shifts. Performers must provide their own black attire. Ambassadors will receive free park admission, discounts, and scholarship opportunities.
Job Description
SEASONAL POSITION
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that’s just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you’ll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you’re dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you! This application is for returning Scare Actor roles only! If you have not previously worked as a Scare Actor at Busch Gardens Tampa, please wait until the posting for New to Scare Team goes live. What you’ll do: Traveling around Tampa Bay Area in character for recruiting purposes. Attend marketing planned events to promote ticket sales. Assisting with other HOS prep as needed (First Impressions, Auditions, Processing) Performing as characters to startle and scare guests at Busch Gardens Tampa Howl-O-Scream. Consistently performing multiple scares repetitively throughout the night of the event (some scare positions may involve strenuous physical activity). Being responsible for clocking in and out at the beginning and end of assigned shifts. Taking and implementing directions from persons of authority. Maintaining a tidy and safe work area. Working well with a diverse group of co-workers. Performers are expected to supply their own black pants, black socks, black shoes, and black shirt.
What it takes to succeed:
Must have previously worked HOS at Busch Gardens Tampa. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be available most weekends between May and August. Hours for these shifts could range from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Must be available to potentially work between 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM on rehearsal and event nights. Must be available majority of event nights. Availability will be one factor used in determining employment offer and/or role placement. Many, but not all positions, require wearing makeup (provided by BGT). Some positions require wearing a costume mask, helmet, wig, or hat (provided by BGT). Costumes for characters will be provided by BGT and will remain the property of BGT. Must be able to perform assigned character for up to 2 hours at a time. Performance may include standing, walking, or other strenuous physical activity. Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis: stand, walk, climb, bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp, and fine manipulation task. Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions. Position may be exposed to heat/cold temperature extremes, chemical, fumes/dust/odor, atmospheric lighting/strobe lighting/dim lighting Based on needs and availability, some positions may not work every night of the event.
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
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
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