AHR MO The POLAR EXPRESS Cast Member - Hobo

American Heritage Companies; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Part time

Job summary

American Heritage Companies in Branson, MO is seeking a Seasonal Cast Member for THE POLAR EXPRESS event. The role involves engaging with guests, following a script, and maintaining character during the event.

Ideal candidates will have prior acting experience and a strong stage presence. The position requires working nights, weekends, and holidays in various winter weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Prior acting experience required.
• Proven ability to act in front of live audience with a strong stage and vocal presence.

Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with guests at the event.
• Follow script and memorize lines
• Learn staging and microphone tracking.

Skills

Acting experience

Strong stage presence

Vocal presence

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: BRANSON, MO 65616
• Position Type: Seasonal
• Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly
• Job Title: The POLAR EXPRESS Cast Member - Hobo
• Division/Department: Branson Scenic Railway/Special Events
• Reports To: Special Events, Concessions & Retail Manager
• Classification: Seasonal
• Compensation: $18-$22/hour
• Location: Branson, MO

Job Summary

THE POLAR EXPRESS is a licensed event through Rail Events Inc. and Warner Brothers Studios. It is a theatrical show based on the movie THE POLAR EXPRESS that takes place on a moving train. The POLAR EXPRESS Hobo character frequently moves throughout the show to various locations engaging guests.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Engage and interact with guests as they arrive at the event, board the train, and as they leave the event.
• Follow script, memorize lines and remain in character throughout the event.
• Dialogue must be memorized prior to first rehearsal – off book at first rehearsal.
• Learn staging and microphone tracking.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Skill and Work Experience

• Prior acting experience required.
• Proven ability to act in front of live audience with a strong stage and vocal presence.

Work Environment

• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays required.
• Willing to work in cold, snowy or otherwise inclement winter weather.
• Able to walk in inclement and/or wintry weather and in low-light/nighttime environments.