Animation Host

Haven; Richmond; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the entertainment industry as an Animation Host, where you'll perform in exciting shows and events, engaging guests in a fun and fast-paced environment. This full-time summer role offers extensive training, competitive pay, and fantastic team perks including discounts and shared accommodation options.

Benefits

Attractive pay with overtime opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Comprehensive training and support

Shared accommodation if required

Exclusive team perks

Qualifications

• Keen interest in entertainment and passion to develop skills.
• Ability to engage with guests of all ages.
• 18+ and legally able to work in the UK is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Perform as an Actor in Haven’s shows and events.
• Engage with guests and participate in PR exercises.

Skills

Confidence

Basic dancing skills

Presenting skills

Animation skills

Job description

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Position:

Animation Host

Type:

Full Time / Seasonal, fortnightly-paid, PAYE contract

Pay Rates:

£ per hour (prior to accommodation, tax and national insurance deductions)

Summer Only Contract:

Sat 14th Jun 2025 until Sun 31st Aug 2025

Join our One Great Team here at Haven as an Animation Host!

Are you passionate about entertainment and eager to build your skills in a fun, fast-paced environment?

We are looking for enthusiastic Animation Hosts to join our Entertainment Team. Whether it be performing in Haven's industry-leading theatrical productions or bringing to life innovative events and experiences, Haven provides a professional collaborative platform for individuals to excel within the industry. If you’re passionate about performing and ready to showcase your talent, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Performing as an Actor within Haven’s interactive adventure show; ‘Dinosaur Explorers’.
• Performing as a costume animator/actor within Haven’s ‘Seaside Squad’ events.
• Performing as an actor/puppeteer within Haven’s ‘Avenue Q-style’ puppet show.
• Light entertainment duties including tech, meet & greets, and guest interaction. All roles may also be required to deliver photoshoots & PR exercises. Additionally, all roles will be required to support the delivery of owner/charity events.

Requirements

While we will provide the training and support to ensure you excel at what you do:

• Candidates should have a keen interest in entertainment and a passion to develop their skills within the industry.
• Confidence and the ability to engage with guests of all ages are essential.
• Basic dancing, presenting, and animation skills are desirable.
• Our cast members are required to work 6 days per week, including evenings and weekends, with approximately 39 hours per week.
• Successful candidates will need to provide ‘right to work’ documents to confirm they are 18+ and legally able to work in the UK.
• Successful candidates will also need to undergo and satisfactorily complete an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.

What We Offer

• Attractive pay with overtime opportunities.
• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Shared live-on accommodation will be provided if required.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and much more!

How to Apply

To apply for this role, click "Apply Now" and answer a few quick questions, which should take about 5 minutes. Once submitted, if you are shortlisted, a team member will contact you.