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Treadway Events & Entertainment LLC
Haunted Attraction Scare Actor - Ridgefield WA
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What they do
An Actor or Entertainer portrays characters and assumes roles in performances, host television programs, or entertain in front of live audiences. Works in film or television and theatre, including professional and community based theatre. May work as a narrator, provide voiceovers for commercials or animated films or record audio versions of books; may play characters in theme parks or in living history museums. May perform comedy acts or other stage acts.
$58,810 / year median in Washington
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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Show Manager SUMMARY:
We are searching for trained, adaptable Actors to perform in our Halloween production as "Scare Actors". The Scare Actor will be required to gain an intimate understanding of their character, study all lines and directions, and then proceed to perform nightly, on weekends over the course of five weekends in October with the sole purpose of startling and scaring paid guests. To ensure success as a Scare Actor, you should be able to discern whether to display strict adherence to the script or to improvise. A memorable Actor will feed off the team's energy to produce realistic and terrifying performances.Rehearsal and Production Dates & Locations:
Open Auditions:
August 1st | 2:00 PM- 4:00 PM August 8th | 2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM September 2nd, 3rd & 4th | 5:00 PM
- 8:00 PM Drop in anytime during the listed audition window.
Rehearsal:
- TBD•
Event Dates:
The attraction is open the following October 2026 weeks: October 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th | 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM October 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th, and 18th | 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM October 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, and 25th | 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM October 28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st | 4:00 PM to 11:00 PMDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Creating a character and owning every aspect of it from voice to movement style. Developing dialogue that adheres to the character you are portraying. Attending small group meetings and dress rehearsals ahead of the show dates. Heeding instruction regarding your movement and acting from the Show Director. Performing in each show for the entire duration. Ability to stay in character when communicating with the audience. Representing our team at press-related events. Pitching new ideas that seem appropriate for our show.QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
Previous acting experience is beneficial but not required. Ability to utilize suitable acting techniques. Demonstrable experience as a Scare Actor, preferably with a similar Haunted House and/or Halloween productions. Knowledge of appropriate hair, makeup, and attire for various types of performances- costumes are provided.
- No exceptions.