LIVE AUDITIONS | Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor | 08/29 | 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
• Participate in exclusive employee-only events (ride nights, special previews)
• Collaborate with the production team to enhance Howl-O-Scream
• 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: Contortionists, sliders, stilt walkers (drywall-style stilts), DJs (live mixing experience preferred)
• Internal Ambassadors: Submit application via Sea Port/Workday

Auditions

Dates: Live & in-person at the Hubbs Research Institute, 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109

• August 29 – Saturday: Regular and Specialty Role Auditions at 1pm

For specialty roles (MC/Host, Vignettes, Stilt Walker, Slider, Contortionist, DJ), bring:

• Headshot
• Resume
• 60-second villainous monologue (tailored to the role(s) you’re pursuing)

Specialty Performer Roles: Stilt Walker, Slider, Contortionist, HOS DJ, Scaremony, Ringmaster, Carnival Barker, Vile Vignettes, Fortune Teller, Chaotic Magician, Paranormal Researcher, Research Assistant, Possessed Ghost, Killer Doll, Shifty Gambler

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, 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 preferred
• Ability to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (strobes, fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubbles, snow, scents, etc.)
• Ability to positively interact with park guests and team members of all ages, ethnic/cultural backgrounds, languages, and individuals with special needs
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to stand, sit, and/or walk for prolonged periods
• Physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bending (floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead), reaching overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, and/or jump up repeatedly for the duration of your shift
• Comfortable performing in multi-layered clothing, face masks (partial or full), wigs, and other theatrical costuming
• Engages in vocalizations such as sudden screams, gasps, wails, vocal manipulation, etc.
• Flexible in work locations as placement depends on business needs and career development opportunities
• Must be a team player

Schedule

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

Pay

$19.00 USD per hour

Benefits

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