LIVE AUDITIONS 3/6 & 3/13 - SeaWorld San Diego - Actors/Singers, Summer Parade (Seasonal)

SEASONAL POSITION

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS!!!

Actors/Singers –

Sam – Actor/Singer (Mezzo Soprano) to play Sam in our musical stage show at Mission Bay Theater.

King/Queen – Actors to play the King and Queen characters for our Pirate show at Bayside Amphitheater.

Dance Party Host – Host our dance party with upbeat music and good vibes.

- When?

Date: March 6th, March 13th

Sign in: 1:30pm

Start: 2:00pm

- Where? Hubbs Research Institute, 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109

• Vocalists: Please prepare 1-2 minutes of an upbeat Pop song and bring your accompaniment track. No accompanist provided.
• Actors: Please prepare a one-minute family friendly comedic monologue and be prepared for cold script readings

All interested individuals should submit an application prior to attending auditions!

What you get to do:

• Enthusiastically represent the park by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
• Perform in stage shows, parades, meet-and-greets, and special events as assigned
• Openly accepts performance feedback and critique and adapts accordingly.
• Execute pre and post-show backstage duties as outlined in the daily schedule
• Assist Costuming team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed
• Ensure adherence to safety and procedural directions that accompany this position
• Consistently and expertly executes stage direction and show content as directed by leadership.
• Maintains a positive and flexible attitude.
• Positively interacts with guests, employees, and others.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• May support Sesame Place San Diego as needed.

What it takes to succeed:

• Personable and animated with a fun, outgoing personality
• Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly
• Ability to work in indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and temperature extremes while performing in a character costume
• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
• 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
• Ability to maintain character integrity
• Willingness to participate in regular internal performance assessments
• Previous guest experience in a high-volume capacity preferred
• Previous experience in the fields of dance, theater, athletics, or other performance arts preferred.
• Be able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Stand, walk and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Audition requirements may include dance, movement, script memorization, role playing, comedic improvisation, and miming as necessary.

Availability:

• Must have 3 days of unrestricted availability to include at least 1 weekend day during the non-peak seasons.
• Must have 4 days of unrestricted availability to include at least 1 weekend day during the peak seasons.
• Available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours, i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and Holidays

What else is important:

• Be able 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)
• Be able 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 flexibl