## Christmas Ballerina: LIVE AuditionApply: Part time: Posted Today: JR136199It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!*We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.***Audition Details:****Date:** Friday, October 16th, 2026**Time:** 9:15am Check in with a 10:00am audition**Location**: SeaWorld Orlando/Nautilus Theater - Enter through Security Gate 3, (on Central Florida Parkway, across from Discovery Cove) All Applicants will park in SeaWorld Gate 3 ambassador parking and will come through security Gate 3. **Audition Requirements:*** Please bring a headshot and resume* Sign in begins at 9:00am* Pointe Shoes REQUIRED **Seasonal Position:** SeaWorld Orlando is looking for Ballerina dancers to perform on pointe in the upcoming Christmas Celebration event. November 6-January 4 on select days. **What you get to do:*** Embody the childlike innocence, enthusiasm, and mannerisms of the characters* Enthusiastically represent the park by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.* Perform as Costume Character, Character Escort, and/or Puppeteer both in park and out-of-park as assigned* Perform in stage shows, parades, meet-and-greets, and special events as assigned* Serve as an expert performer for multiple assigned characters, with the ability to perform all characters in your height range* Perform duties of an expert character escort, which include facilitating interaction and communication between character and guests, providing directions and park information, and entertaining guests.* May assist with character training and rehearsals.* Openly accepts performance feedback and critique and adapts accordingly.* Execute pre and post show backstage duties as outlined in the daily schedule* Assist Costuming team with laundry and maintenance projects as needed* Ensure adherence to safety and procedural directions that accompany this position* Consistently and expertly executes stage direction and show content as directed by leadership.* Maintains a positive and flexible attitude.* Positively interacts with guests, employees, and others.* Perform other duties as assigned **What it takes to succeed:*** Personable and animated with a fun, outgoing personality* Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly* Ability to work in indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions and temperature extremes while performing in a costume* Demonstrated strong costume and escorting skills* At least 18 years old* High school diploma or equivalent required* Ability to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds* Availability to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours; i.e. be able to work opening and closing shifts, as well as after hour rehearsals* Ability to move and dance in full costume at a standard consistent with creative intent* Ability to maintain character integrity* Willingness to participate in regular internal performance assessments* Previous costume character and/or dance experience preferred* Previous guest experience in a high-volume capacity preferred* Previous experience in the fields of dance, theater, athletics, or other performance arts preferred.* Be able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.* Strong verbal communication skills.* Stand, walk and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.* Audition requirements may include dance, movement, script memorization, role playing, comedic improvisation, and miming as necessary. **What else is important:*** Be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.* Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights, if needed* Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)* Be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat. Position may be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, and cold/heat temperature extremes* Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals* Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays* Be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities* Must be able to participate in an in-person audition at a pre-determined time