Costumed Character Performer — Theme Park

Six Flags Corp; Buena Park (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Knott’s Berry Farm is casting energetic performers to bring our costumed characters to life for guests in outdoor venues. Auditions are scheduled with a sign-in at 10:30am and audition at 11:00am on October 14, 2026, at Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel in Buena Park, CA.

Candidates must meet 4’7”–5’3” height and be prepared to move in full costumes while outdoors. Materials will be taught at the audition; flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is preferred.

Qualifications

• Height within 4’7”–5’3” range.
• Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to perform as a Character Host and assist guests.
• Background check may be required for 18+.
• Provide past employment, education, and personal references if required.

Responsibilities

• Meet scheduling availability requirements including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Enrich Knott’s Berry Farm atmosphere for guests.
• Remain in character on-stage and interact with guests professionally.
• Work with team to achieve entertainment goals.
• Perform duties as scripted or conceived.
• Provide guest service per Six Flags standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in work area.
• Fulfill attendance requirements.
• Adhere to Rules of Conduct and costume/grooming standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Movement abilities

Guest interaction

Energetic stage presence

Job description

Knott’s Berry Farm is casting energetic performers to bring our costumed characters to life for guests in outdoor venues. Auditions are scheduled with a sign-in at 10:30am and audition at 11:00am on October 14, 2026, at Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel in Buena Park, CA.

Candidates must meet 4’7”–5’3” height and be prepared to move in full costumes while outdoors. Materials will be taught at the audition; flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays is preferred.