Santa Claus - Professional Costume Character

Seeking Real‑Bearded Santas to bring joy to the holiday season! If you have an authentic Santa look, own a professional‑quality Santa costume, and love creating magical memories, join our team as a Real‑Beard Santa Claus Costume Character. You’ll engage children and families during photography events and seasonal promotions, providing memorable photo opportunities and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Portray Santa in a professional, engaging, and authentic manner.
• Create positive experiences for children and families.
• Assist with photography sessions, poses, props, and customer engagement.
• Maintain character integrity and professional appearance at all times.
• Follow safety, customer interaction, and company guidelines.
• Support events, promotions, setup/teardown, and seasonal activities.
• Care for costumes, props, and company assets.
• Communicate customer concerns or safety issues to leadership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Own a professional‑quality Santa costume that meets company standards.
• Natural, real beard required.
• Previous customer service, hospitality, childcare, retail, entertainment, or event experience preferred.
• Experience working with children and families preferred.

Skills

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Friendly, professional, and dependable demeanor.
• Ability to engage positively with children and families.
• Team‑oriented with good judgment.
• Able to maintain character throughout performances.

Working Conditions

• Wear a costume for extended periods.
• Stand, walk, bend, and kneel throughout shifts.
• Work in a fast‑paced studio environment.
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Minimal local travel.

Pay

$30.00 per hour (seasonal position with ongoing hiring until roles are filled).