Animation Host - Kent

Haven Holidays; Ashford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive environment

Comprehensive training

Career development

Dining discounts

Haven discounts

Free park access

Job summary

Haven Holidays in Ashford is seeking energetic Animation Hosts to join our Entertainment Team. You will perform in Haven's shows, entertain guests, and help bring events to life with enthusiasm and stage presence.

This role offers training, career development, and staff perks including on-park dining discounts, Haven discounts, facility access, and more. You will work six days a week, with evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Interest in entertainment industry.
• Confidence engaging guests of all ages is essential.
• Desirable: basic dancing, presenting and animation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support in delivery of daytime & evening events.
• Perform as an Actor in Haven's interactive shows and puppet/animation segments.
• Perform as a costume animator/actor in themed events.
• Light entertainment duties including tech, meet & greet and guest interaction.
• Deliver photoshoots and PR exercises.
• Support in delivery of owner/charity events.

Skills

Guest interaction

Actor/host

Dancing (basic)

Presenting

Job description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Supporting in 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.

Additional Responsibilities

• Deliver photoshoots & PR exercises.
• Support in the delivery of owner/charity events.

Requirements

• 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 is essential.
• Basic dancing, presenting and animation skills are desirable.
• Our cast members are required to work 6 days per week. Hours will include evenings and weekends. Working hours are approximately 39 hours per week.
• Successful candidates must provide 'right to work' documents to confirm they are 18+ and can legally work in the UK.
• Successful candidates must undergo, and satisfactorily complete, an Enhanced DBS check prior to starting work.

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• 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 so much more!

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, so if you're passionate about performing and ready to showcase your talent, we'd love to hear from you!