Part-time Santa Claus - Houston Astros Light Up the Park

About the role

The Houston Astros are looking for a Santa Claus to engage and entertain fans and guests at Daikin Park during the Light Up the Park event. An ideal candidate should be energetic, outgoing and have a background in the performing arts industry. Additionally, Santa Claus should be compassionate about childhood dreams and wishes, demonstrate Christmas knowledge, and project a robust and heartfelt “HO-HO-HO” Christmas greeting.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with children, families, and guests in a warm and friendly manner.
• Pose for photos and listen attentively to children’s holiday wishes.
• Maintain and ensure proper use of props.
• Maintain a well-groomed and festive appearance, including beard care and costume presentation, to consistently embody the Santa Claus character.
• Coordinate with Special Events staff, event managers, photographers and other actors to ensure smooth operations.
• Create a fun and energetic experience by personally interacting with fans and guests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1+ years of performance or acting experience.
• Experience working with children or in customer-facing roles.
• Reliable and committed to schedule and role expectations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; multilingual communication a plus.
• Ability to stay in character and engage diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with global customs and traditions is a plus.
• Flexible schedule during the holiday season.
• Basic improvisation skills for interactive moments.
• Proven enthusiasm and creativity while performing the role.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Job may require employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue/environment. Employee may also be exposed to weather of varying degrees for extended periods of time while performing the duties of this job. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. Ability to sit and stand for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and focused vision.

Schedule

This is a part-time, seasonal position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Sunday from 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, evenings, weekends and holidays.