LAST CALL!!! LIVE AUDITIONS | Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor | SeaWorld San Diego

SEASONAL POSITION At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team! Join the Howl-O-Scream Scare Team at SeaWorld San Diego! What's in Store for You: As a Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor (Performer II), you'll dive into an array of chillingly fun responsibilities, ensuring our guests leave with lasting spooky memories. Here's what you'll do: Deliver spine-tingling performances and scares to our thrill-seeking guests. Join an award-winning Scare-Event. Dive into exclusive employee-only events like ride nights and special previews. Collaborate with our 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 available. 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 Internal Ambassadors: Please be sure to submit your application through Sea Port/Workday to be considered. Prior Ambassadors: If you haven’t already done so recently, please complete the attached Rehire Review Form and email it to . You may also download the form HERE . ​ Auditions: AUDITION DATES – LIVE & IN-PERSON All auditions held at the Hubbs Research Institute 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109 September 5 – Saturday, Regular and Specialty Role Auditions 1pm For those interested in auditioning for any specialty roles (MC/Host, Vignettes, Stilt Walker, Slider, Contortionist, DJ) please bring the additional material listed below to your audition: Headshot Resume 60 second villainous monologue Please tailor your monologue to the role(s) you would like to be considered for, see below Specialty Performer 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, throughout the scheduled dates of the event. Howl-O-Scream 2026 runs Friday, September 11th - Sunday, November 1st. What it Takes to Join the Squad: Must be at least 18 years of age. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Bring your 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 a high-level of professionalism and performance skills. Ability to work varying shifts and hours based on park operational schedule – i.e. ability to work opening and closing shifts, as well as 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. Must have strong verbal communication skills. Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk for prolonged periods of time. Position engages in the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead, reach 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. Must be comfortable with the possibility of performing in multi-layered clothing, face masks (partial, or full), wigs, and other theatrical costuming. Position also engages in a variety of vocalizations such as: sudden screams, gasps, wails, vocal manipulation, etc. Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities. Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly. Being a team player is a must and the key to being successful as a Scare Squad Performer. Compensation: 19.00 USD per hour​ Ready to Haunt the Night? Bring your energy, creativity, and scare skills to Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego — where every scream counts! The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as: 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 EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.