Cast Member - Hobo/Conductor

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Co; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Co is seeking a Part Time-Seasonal Cast Member (Hobo/Conductor) for The Polar Express Train Ride™ in Durango, CO. The role involves performing engaging guest interactions, following the script, and greeting guests as they board and depart the train.

Responsibilities include staying in character, interacting with up to 500 guests, and working evenings, weekends, and holidays in potentially cold weather. Acting experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to talk to crowds of up to 500 people.
• Acting experience preferred but required.
• Willing to work in inclement winter weather.
• Able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Engage with and interact with guests as they arrive at the event, board the train, and as they leave the event.
• Stay on script and interact where appropriate for the character.

Skills

Public speaking

Crowd interaction

Character performance

Job description

Division/Department: Special EventsJob Title: Cast Member-Hobo/ConductorReports To: Special Events CoordinatorType of position: Non-Exempt, HourlyEmployee Classification: Part Time-SeasonalPay Range: $20-25Location: Durango, COPosition SummaryBoth the Hobo and Conductor characters for The Polar Express Train RideTM are essential parts of the show. Both roles participate in the prologue, are transported to the North Pole to greet arriving guests and will be transported back to the station for passenger meet-and-greets after. The Hobo acts as the voice of doubt for guests, while the Conductor operates as a beacon of hope as guests decide whether they truly believe.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEngage with and interact with guests as they arrive at the event, board the train, and as they leave the eventStay on script and interact where appropriate for the characterQualificationsMust be able to talk to crowds of up to 500 peopleActing experience preferred but requiredWill be Required to work in inclement winter weather, as neededWill be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed