Costume Specialist

Entertainment Places; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets

Medical Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is seeking dedicated Ambassadors for the Entertainment Costuming Department in Orlando. You will participate in park costumes, laundry projects, and daily deliveries, collaborating with production and operations teams to meet project goals.

The role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, flexibility in shifts, and a willingness to work across locations as needed. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 3 years of clothing, laundry, wardrobe or costuming experience,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 3 years working experience in clothing, laundry, wardrobe and costuming preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the Entertainment Costuming Department.
• Executes Park, Show and Event Laundry Projects.
• Includes all laundry processes and deliveries.
• Maintains shoe repair processes and supplies.
• Daily costume deliveries.
• Collaborates with Production/Operations, Theatrical Services and Theming teams to meet goals.
• Works with Costuming and Crafts contractors as assigned.
• Assists with fabric stocking and Costuming timelines.
• Supports park and departmental goals, including sewing as needed.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Laundry equipment

Costume materials

Costume shop equipment

Shoes and shoe repair equipment

Costume shop hand tools

Job description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

What you get to do:

• Participates as an integral contributor to the Entertainment Costuming Department.
• Executes Park, Show and Event Laundry Projects as assigned.
• Including all laundry processes and deliveries.
• Maintaining shoe repair process and supplies.
• Daily costume deliveries.
• Collaborates with Entertainment Production/Operations, Theatrical Services and Theming teams to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Works with outside Costuming and Crafts contractors as assigned.
• Works with the Costuming request process.
• Assists with fabric stocking.
• Works with the Costuming Project timelines to ensure park and departmental goals and objectives are obtained.
• Schedules are flexible. Black-out dates must be met.
• Works with Costuming supplies, equipment and systems, including shoe inventories, laundry and dry cleaning procedures and counts.
• Maintains the quality assurance of the Costuming product and support areas. Including the fabric storage facility.
• Follows department and park safety guidelines, including the proper use of PPE.
• Participates in the Costuming department training programs.
• Participates in other duties as assigned that support park and departmental goals and objectives, including sewing as needed.

What it takes to succeed:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 3 years working experience in clothing, laundry, wardrobe and costuming preferred.
• Theme park experience preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with:
  • Laundry supplies and equipment
  • Costume materials
  • Costume shop equipment
  • Shoes and shoe repair equipment
  • Costume shop hand tool

What else is important:

• 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)
• 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
• Flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan
• EEO

Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.