LAST CALL!!! LIVE AUDITIONS | Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor | 09/05 | 1 PM | SeaWorld San Diego

About the role

Join the Howl-O-Scream Scare Team at SeaWorld San Diego as a Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor (Performer II). You’ll deliver spine-tingling performances and scares to thrill-seeking guests, collaborate with the production team, and help elevate Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego.

Responsibilities

• Deliver spine-tingling performances and scares to guests
• Join an award-winning scare-event experience
• Participate in exclusive employee-only events such as ride nights and special previews
• Collaborate with the production team to elevate Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego
• Form lifelong bonds within the SeaWorld Entertainment community

Spine-Chilling Roles We Need Filled

• Haunted House Performers – Stationary and active roles; some scripted dialogue required
• Pathway Scare Performers – Roaming and interactive positions on guest pathways
• M.C./Event Host/Vignette Performers – Scripted, high-energy characters for stage or street events
• Specialty Performers – Including contortionists, sliders, and stilt walkers (drywall-style stilts)
• DJs – Live mixing experience preferred

Auditions

Dates: September 5 – Saturday, Regular and Specialty Role Auditions at 1pm

Location: Hubbs Research Institute, 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109

For specialty roles (MC/Host, Vignettes, Stilt Walker, Slider, Contortionist, DJ), bring a headshot, resume, and a 60-second villainous monologue tailored to the role(s) you’re considering:

• Stilt Walker
• Slider
• Contortionist
• HOS DJ (live mixing experience preferred)
• Scaremony
• Ringmaster
• Carnival Barker
• Vile Vignettes
• Fortune Teller
• Chaotic Magician
• Paranormal Researcher
• Research Assistant
• Possessed Ghost
• Killer Doll
• Shifty Gambler

Availability

• Must have flexible availability every week, Thursdays through Sundays
• Howl-O-Scream 2026 runs Friday, September 11 – Sunday, November 1

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Animated, fun, and outgoing personality
• Previous guest experience in a high-volume capacity preferred
• Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, while maintaining professionalism and performance skills
• Ability to work varying shifts and hours based on park operational schedule (opening/closing shifts and after-hour rehearsals)
• Consistently and expertly executes stage direction and show content as directed by Event and Show Producers and Entertainment Leadership
• Previous experience in Theme Park Entertainment, Dance, Theatre, or related field is preferred
• Able to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (strobes, fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubbles, snow, scents, etc.)
• Must be able to positively interact with park guests and team members of all ages, ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or languages, and individuals with special needs
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Must be able to stand, sit, and/or walk for prolonged periods of time
• Engages in physical activities including kneeling, squatting, bending, reaching overhead, simple grasp, and fine hand manipulation tasks
• Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, and/or jump up repeatedly for the duration of the shift
• Comfortable performing in multi-layered clothing, face masks (partial or full), wigs, and other theatrical costuming
• Engages in a variety of vocalizations such as sudden screams, gasps, wails, and vocal manipulation
• Flexible in work locations as placement depends on business needs and career development opportunities
• Being a team player is essential to success as a Scare Squad Performer

Pay

$19.00 per hour

Benefits

• Free park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food and merchandise
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways