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Merlin Entertainments · 12 hours ago

Entertainment Performer

North Richland Hills, TX

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Merlin Entertainments is a global leader in location-based, family entertainment. They are seeking fun-loving, high-energy performers to join their Entertainment Performer Team at Peppa Pig Theme Park – Dallas, where the main purpose is to create unforgettable moments for families through energetic performances and character interactions.

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Responsibilities

A friendly, polite, and customer service-oriented demeanor is required

Attend rehearsals with other performers and work with choreographers, directors, technical crew, costuming, stage management team, and/or outside contractors/vendors

Memorize scripts/lines, choreography, blocking, and branded characterizations

Research character’s personal traits and circumstances to portray the characters authentically to an audience

Show mastery of athletic, vocal, stunt, or specialty skill sets and perform as Costumed Character, Dancer, Dancer Costumed Character, Character Escort, Show and/or Storytime Host, or other Entertainer, both in Park and out-of-Park, as assigned

Perform in stage shows, atmospheric happenings, meet-and-greets, story times, dance parties, and/or other special events and appearances as assigned while consistently and expertly executing stage direction and show content as directed by leadership

Mastery of multiple assigned characters, with the ability to perform all characters/roles in your height range or as assigned

Perform duties of an expert character escort or Park host representative, which includes facilitating interaction and clear communication between character and guests, providing directions and park information, and entertaining guests on live mic, as needed

Be collaborative with other cast and crew both onstage and offstage

Assist with character training or rehearsals, as needed

Perform consistently for shifts assigned while accepting and applying performance notes, critiques, and feedback

Maintain required physical condition, stamina, and endurance, as needed for role cast

Execute pre- and post-show backstage duties as outlined in the daily schedule

Assist Costuming or Leadership team with laundry and maintenance projects, as needed

Ensure adherence to Park safety and procedural directions that accompany this position and any venues assigned

Adhere to Parkwide guest service expectations, rules, and regulations

Enthusiastically represent the Park and Brand by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job

Engages in proper green room etiquette by being polite and conscious of peers

Other duties as assigned, such as ensuring all costumes are properly cared for, all props and equipment used are handled and stored correctly, complete white glove assignments for greenrooms, etc

Availability to work varying shifts or hours based on Park hours, i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as after hour rehearsals

The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and may require undertaking such tasks as reasonably expected within the scope and grading of the role

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Performance skillsCostume character knowledgeGuest service focusVerbal communicationTime managementPhysical comedyDancingActingImprovAnimation/MimingTumblingTeam collaboration

Required

Must be at least 16 years old

Personable and animated with a kind, outgoing personality that focuses on guest service

Demonstrated strong costume character, escorting, and/or hosting knowledge

Performance skills may include Animation/Miming, Acting, Singing, Tumbling, Improv, Dancing (all types), physical comedy, etc

Be able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or languages, and individuals with special needs

Strong verbal communication skills

Demonstrate excellent time management

Ability to maintain branded character integrity or personas

Experience participating in regular internal performance assessments

Must be comfortable working with or around children

Must be comfortable working in confined areas or costumes for extended periods of time