Fright Fest Scare Actor

Who You Are:

• Very outgoing, extroverted and completely metal, but professional and disciplined. Has a punk-rock bloodlust for terrifying people and lives by the tenet, “your screams are my applause.”
• Comfortable wearing latex, silicone and other forms of make-up and prosthetics.
• Willing and able to follow direction, and agile to fit the role or placement assigned to you.
• Being available Friday-Sunday gives you first priority over the role(s) you want to play.

What You Will Be Doing

• Safely scare guests while maintaining the setting and atmosphere of the zone of attraction.
• Wear and maintain costumes, and stage makeup/prosthetics for extended periods of time, and appropriately utilize assigned props.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of attraction, zone, or performance venue.
• Energetically interact with guests and not break character for the duration of the shift.
• Rotate in gatekeeping/front of house positions to group and manage guest throughput at attractions.
• Memorize any necessary and/or assigned dialogue, safety spiels, emergency exit plans, safety operating procedures, and park guidelines.
• Make appearances at special park functions or occasionally serve as an usher for entertainment venues.
• Comply with all company and safety guidelines as listed in the employee handbook.
• Other duties as requested.

How You Will Do It

• Maintain Costume Character Standards as set forth by Six Flags.
• Maintain character costumes including general cleaning and daily maintenance.
• Maintain and clean show venues, backstage areas, and dressing rooms.
• Maintain all of the guidelines outlined in the department and character training
• You may be asked to apply both your own make-up and/or prosthetics
• Willfully perform duties in any department at The Great Escape Resort when necessary
• Be an active team member of the Operations Division and the Entertainment Department
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for guests and team members
• Follow all delegated tasks assigned by Entertainment Supervisor or as stated in the Entertainment Standard Operating Procedures
• Performs other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

What You Will Need

• Must be at least 16 years old.
  • If you're under 18, you must obtain a Child Performer Permit by 9/15/25.
  • To apply for your permit, visit the DOL website here:
• Must have a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Must be available for training and/or rehearsals prior to the beginning of Fright Fest.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, late nights, and some weekday evenings.
• Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time
• Actors who are also experienced in make-up and/or prosthetics are strongly encouraged to apply
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather conditions and in both natural and artificial lighting including Strobes, Fog, Haze, and other technical/special effects. Must be alert, attentive, observant, and assertive as needed in a fast-paced, multi-functional position.
• Must be willing and able to interact with guests on an individual level as well as large groups of all ages.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb stairs, bend, stoop, reach, twist, sit and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities to perform essential job duties.
• Should be a self-starter and able to take direction.
• Maintain all Great Escape policies and Department Safety Standards.
• Comply with all company and safety guidelines as listed in the employee handbook.
• Other duties as requested.

Pay Rate: $15.50/hr

Pay Range: $18.00 - $20.00/hr (Specialty Performers/ex: juggling, acrobatics) 

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