About this role
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
Audition Details:
Date: Friday, October 16th, 2026
Time: 9:15am Check in with a 10:00am audition
Location : SeaWorld Orlando/Nautilus Theater - Enter through Security Gate 3, (on Central Florida Parkway, across from Discovery Cove)
All Applicants will park in SeaWorld Gate 3 ambassador parking and will come through security Gate 3.
Audition Requirements:
- Please bring a headshot and resume
- Sign in begins at 9:00am
- Pointe Shoes REQUIRED
Seasonal Position: SeaWorld Orlando is looking for Ballerina dancers to perform on pointe in the upcoming Christmas Celebration event. November 6-January 4 on select days.
What you get to do:
- Embody the childlike innocence, enthusiasm, and mannerisms of the characters
- Enthusiastically represent the park by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
- Perform as Costume Character, Character Escort, and/or Puppeteer both in park and out-of-park as assigned
- Perform in stage shows, parades, meet-and-greets, and special events as assigned
- Serve as an expert performer for multiple assigned characters, with the ability to perform all characters in your height range
- Perform duties of an expert character escort, which include facilitating interaction and communication between character and guests, providing directions and park information, and entertaining guests.
- May assist with character training and rehearsals.
- Openly accepts performance feedback and critique and adapts accordingly.
- Execute pre and post show backstage duties as outlined in the daily schedule
- Assist Costuming team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed
- Ensure adherence to safety and procedural directions that accompany this position
- Consistently and expertly executes stage direction and show content as directed by leadership.
- Maintains a positive and flexible attitude.
- Positively interacts with guests, employees, and others.
- Perform other duties as assigned
What it takes to succeed:
- Personable and animated with a fun, outgoing personality
- Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly
- Ability to work in indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and temperature extremes while performing in a costume
- Demonstrated strong costume and escorting skills
- At least 18 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
- Availability to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as after hour rehearsals
- Ability to move and dance in full costume at a standard consistent with creative intent
- Ability to maintain character integrity
- Willingness to participate in regular internal performance assessments
- Previous costume character and/or dance experience preferred
- Previous guest experience in a high-volume capacity preferred
- Previous experience in the fields of dance, theater, athletics, or other performance arts preferred.
- Be able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Stand, walk and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.
- Audition requirements may include dance, movement, script memorization, role playing, comedic improvisation, and miming as necessary.
What else is important:
- Be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed
- Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
- Be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes
- Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
- Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays
- Be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities
- Must be able to participate in an in-person audition at a pre-determined time
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!