Themed Entertainment Artist (QUEENSBURY)

Do you love performing in front of an audience? As an entertainer at Six Flags Great Escape, the whole park is your stage! You will be providing long lasting memories to our guests through character meet-and-greets, dance parties, performances, and much more!

We are looking for a variety of speciality skills including; Actors, Singers, Dancers, Specialty Performers (juggles, magicians, stilt walkers, etc.) and Escorts for Costumed Characters,

What You Will Be Doing

• Welcome, entertain, interact, meet, greet and assist guests on midways and in show venues
• Perform as an animated character in a variety of costumes
• Perform in a variety of song and dance shows in a more theatrical setting if selected to do so
• Improvise and interact with guests in character
• Entertain park guests in a professional manner, and ensure a positive experience for every guest
• Be alert and aware of guest disturbances or harassment of actors in the designated zone
• Serve as a contact point between actors and Public Safety if any such issues arise
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of attraction, zone, or performance venue
• Facilitate friendly interactions with guests who have concerns or questions
• Comply with all Great Escape Resort policies and procedures
• Wear appropriate uniform and behave in the manner that fits management
• Provide the services in a fast and safe manner

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
• 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

Why work with us?

• Flexible scheduling – work as little or as much as you want
• Paid training
• Advancement opportunities
• Free admission to ALL Six Flags parks, including White Water Bay
• Free tickets for friends and family
• Discounts on passes, food, and merchandise
• Exclusive employee events
• Fun rewards, benefits, and more!

What You Will Need

• Must be at least 16 years old (Team Members under 18 will need a NYS child actor permit)
• Must be able to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time
• Must be able to work safely in high heat environments
• Ability to actively communicate with large groups of Guests
• Willingness to speak in public, both in person and with a microphone
• Be available to work flexible hours, nights and weekends within the limits of applicable Federal, State and facility labor laws and guidelines