Animated Performer - Universal Kids Resort (Audition Required)

About the Role

Responsible for performing in an animated character role at Universal Kids Resort. Brings to life costume character roles through performance for Guests within the theme park or hotel. Participates in photo opportunities according to department guidelines. Performs as costume character for promotional appearances outside the resort as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides positive Guest interaction through emulation of a non-speaking character role, wearing a full costume, for Universal Kids Resort characters.
• Participates in photo opportunities such as scheduled and/or unscheduled “appearance” sessions and activation events.
• Maintains continuous focused energy providing fresh and on-time performances at each appearance.
• Ensures performances follow direction of character intent/guidelines and feedback by Entertainment Management.
• Applies show notes and consistently maintains performance.
• Provides positive Guest interaction through irregularly scheduled promotional appearances both on and off site per departmental guidelines.
• Performs daily visual inspection of costume ensuring quality standards are met and communicates costume problems, concerns, and issues to management.
• Participates in daily physical maintenance onsite through stretching, warm-up routines, and exercise as assigned to support injury prevention.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
• A minimum of 40–80 hours of directed rehearsals is required to take and pass the annual Animated Fitness Test.
• Must be able to work a flexible and varying schedule based on business needs.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School Diploma or GED is required.

Experience

6+ months of Guest Service or Performer experience is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.