About This Role
This performer role at California's Great America is about bringing characters and entertainment to life through performance and interaction, creating memorable and magical experiences for guests of all ages. The performer will engage with guests, maintain high energy and enthusiasm, and ensure a positive and immersive experience.
Responsibilities
- Attend rehearsals and learn choreography/character work for all shows and performances
- Maintain choreography and show integrity throughout the event as set by the Choreographer, Director, and Entertainment Management (Dancers)
- Demonstrate and maintain stage presence as appropriate for a specific stylized show or character (All performers)
- Pose for photos and do meet and greets with guests
- Maintain assigned costume look and report repair needs to the proper personnel
- Perform additional media appearances as required on top of the regular schedule
- Make guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories
- Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds
- Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit your future
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Full availability, able to work opening and/or closing shifts
- Weekends required
- Ideally able to work 8-hour shifts
- Ability to work a minimum of 3 months (seasonal position)
- Love helping others and supporting the needs of guests and associates
- Passion and excitement about California’s Great America
Important Details
- Schedule: late May to early September (Musicians)
- Schedule: May to September (Singer/Dancer)
Application Process
- Submit resume including relevant ensemble experience (Musicians)
- Submit two 1-2 minute video submissions (Musicians)
- 1 up-tempo 50's style piece (e.g., Johnny B. Goode, Buddy Holly...)
- If auditioning for guitar, please include a solo
- 1 piece of your choice
- Optional vocal submission: 1-2 minute video submission with track or piano accompaniment (Musicians)
- Submit any relevant conflicts (Musicians)
- Submit resume including relevant experience (Singer/Dancer)
- Submit two 1-2 minute video submissions with track or piano accompaniment (Singer/Dancer)
- 1 musical theater piece
- 1 pop piece of your choice
- Submit any relevant conflicts (Singer/Dancer)
About the Company
California’s Great America is a top destination for thrill-seekers and families, offering premiere entertainment with over 100 acres of fun.
