Animator at Farah Experiences

Farah Experiences LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

Farah Experiences LLC in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is seeking an Animator to perform as a Character Animator in meet-and-greet events and shows. This on-site role requires strong stage presence, ability to perform solo or in groups, and adherence to safety and costume-care standards.

The ideal candidate has prior professional performance experience, English proficiency, team spirit, and a willingness to learn multiple roles across Miral parks and events.

Qualifications

• Higher secondary or equivalent.
• Previous professional stage/performance experience.
• Physical aptitude: strength to move when wearing full body costume character.
• Ability to learn and execute choreography.
• Proficiency in English and ability to speak in front of groups.
• Capability to maintain positive attitude under a variety of circumstances.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Eager to learn new skills and multiple roles.

Responsibilities

• Performs as a Character Animator in meet and greets and shows.
• Maintains high quality of performance in all shows/sets performed.
• Comfortable performing both solo and in groups.
• Comfortable performing on stages of all scales including moving parts.
• Showcases and maintains consistent performance as per training and show rehearsals.
• Prioritizes and maintains personal health and fitness standards.
• Performs all shows/sets as per schedule defined by leadership.
• Works as a Character Attendant; crowd control.
• Attends mandatory meetings and training required by Miral.
• Ensures call-times are observed and is backstage ready for performance at scheduled standby time.
• Takes part in warm-up sessions, rehearsals and cleaning sessions as required.
• Takes proper and professional care of all costume pieces, shoes, undergarments and props.
• Reports damaged costumes or props to the leadership team immediately.
• Follows company policies and procedures, including dress code and behavior expectations.
• Adheres to company guidelines when using facilities.
• Participates in job performance evaluations as defined by Miral.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Choreography learning

Public speaking

Fitness

Adaptability

Education

Higher secondary

Job description

Apply for Animator at Farah Experiences in Abu Dhabi, AZ, AE. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

ROLE SCOPE

Performance

• Performs as a Character Animator in both meet and greets and shows
• Maintains high quality of performance in all shows/sets performed
• Comfortable performing both solo and in groups
• Comfortable performing on stages of all scales including moving parts
• Showcases and maintains consistent performance as per their character training and show rehearsals
• Prioritizes and maintains personal health and fitness standards

HSE

• Plans and executes personal warm-ups to ensure readiness for performances and safety standards are met
• Reports illness or injury to leadership team immediately, following HSE procedures at all times

Entertainment Operations

• Performs all shows/sets as per schedule defined by leadership
• Works as a Character Attendant; operationally handling the set and crowd control
• Attends all mandatory meetings and training required by Miral
• Assures call-times are observed and is backstage ready for performance at scheduled standby time, prior to show/set start.
• Takes part in warm-up sessions, rehearsals and cleaning sessions as required
• Takes proper and professional care of all costume pieces, shoes, undergarments and props and does not engage in any activities that may harm or damage the costumes, props or uniforms
• Reports any damaged costumes or props to the leadership team immediately
• Follows all company policies and procedures, including dress code, social media and behavior expectations in line with Miral’s code of conduct
• Observes the company’s behavioral competencies when interacting with others
• Adheres to company guidelines when using any facilities, including but not limited to rides, restaurants, retail shops, entrances and exits and smoking areas
• Participates in job performance evaluations, to be given by leadership as defined by Miral
• Understands that this position includes, but is not limited to, the aforementioned and that the Animator is to work as directed across all Miral parks, properties and events, when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Higher secondary or equivalent
• Previous professional stage/performance experience
• Physical aptitude: strength to move when wearing full body costume character
• Ability to learn and execute choreography
• Proficiency in English and ability to speak in front of groups
• Capability to maintain positive attitude under a variety of circumstances
• Works well in a team environment
• Eager to learn new skills and multiple roles

Desirable

• Professional training in Arts/theatre/dance
• 2 years of professional stage/performance experience
• Theme Park entertainment experience
• Experience performing in Animated Mascot costumes
• Experience in customer service