Fright Fest Scare Actor

Six Flags Great Adventure; Jackson (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food on holidays

Exclusive employee rides parties

Scholarship opportunities

Professional development

Complimentary tickets

In-park discounts

Job summary

Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson, NJ is seeking Entertainment Characters to portray costumed characters outdoors. Auditions are mandatory, with daily audition sessions during the season. The role involves high-energy guest interaction and maintaining character integrity in various weather conditions, including heat and sun.

Earn $19.00 per hour and enjoy park perks. Candidates must be at least 16, available Thu-Sun including nights and holidays, and able to work a minimum of 12 shifts Sept

Qualifications

• Minimum age 16.
• Ability to work Thu-Sun including nights and holidays Sep–Nov.
• Able to work a minimum of 12 shifts from Sept 12–Oct 31 and be able to work until park closing.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent customer service and English communication.

Responsibilities

• Promote the park with enthusiasm and pride.
• Make costumed appearances as directed by management/standards.
• Perform in accordance with guidelines to maintain character integrity.
• Maintain illusion and daily care of costumes and accessories.
• Swipe in and out daily to ensure correct pay.
• Maintain attendance and be on time for all sets.
• Ensure guest safety and satisfaction at Six Flags.
• Meet standards of performance for areas of responsibility.
• Maintain clean working environment visible to guests and backstage.
• Resolve guest concerns daily.
• Ensure image, cleanliness, and courtesy standards.
• Cooperate with team members and managers.
• Complete all tasks requested by Six Flags Management.

Skills

Guest engagement

Customer service

Team player

Endurance outdoors

English communication

Job description

Role is responsible for costume character appearances and maintaining character integrity. Entertainment Characters are required to interact with guests, Team Members, and supervisors on a daily basis. Additionally, Entertainment Characters are required to continuously work outdoors and closely with others. Characters occasionally will work alone and will always be exposed to direct sunlight, dust, dirt, and water. Character must be able to function in all weather conditions including extreme heat for long periods of time.

Job Offer is contingent upon a successful audition. All applicants MUST attend an audition. Auditions Daily from 8/17-8/30 from 9:30am-5pm!!! Earn up to $200.00 by referring a friend to work with us this season!

Earn $100 once they complete training.Both employees earn $100 if the referred employee works a minimum of 15 shifts after 9/30/26. Applicant cannot have worked for Six Flags Great Adventure during the 2025 season to be considered eligible.

Overview

$19.00 per hour!!!

Role is responsible for costume character appearances and maintaining character integrity. Entertainment Characters are required to interact with guests, Team Members, and supervisors on a daily basis. Additionally, Entertainment Characters are required to continuously work outdoors and closely with others. Characters occasionally will work alone and will always be exposed to direct sunlight, dust, dirt, and water. Character must be able to function in all weather conditions including extreme heat for long periods of time.

Job Offer is contingent upon a successful audition. All applicants MUST attend an audition. Auditions Daily from 8/17-8/30 from 9:30am-5pm!!! Earn up to $200.00 by referring a friend to work with us this season!

Earn $100 once they complete training.Both employees earn $100 if the referred employee works a minimum of 15 shifts after 9/30/26. Applicant cannot have worked for Six Flags Great Adventure during the 2025 season to be considered eligible.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to promote the park with the utmost enthusiasm and pride.
• Will make costumed appearances as seen necessary by department management/standards.
• Perform your character in accordance with Warner Brothers Guidelines.
• Maintain illusion of costume characters.
• Will provide needed daily care and upkeep to costumed characters outfits and accessories.
• Must swipe in and out each day to receive correct pay for the week.
• Maintain proper attendance.
• Must be on time for all character sets.
• Ensure guest safety and satisfaction in their stay at Six Flags.
• Ensure standards of performance for all areas within their responsibilities are met.
• Maintain a clean working environment both in guest view and behind the scenes.
• Resolve guest concerns that may arise on a daily basis.
• Ensure that image, cleanliness and courtesy standards are met.
• Cooperate with all team members and managers.
• Complete any and all tasks as requested by Six Flags Management.

Qualifications

• At least 16 years of age
• Availability to work Thursday-Sunday ,including nights, weekends and holidays, from September through November
• Must be able to work a minimum of 12 shifts from Sept 12-October 31st, and be able to work until past park closing
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Safety conscious
• Outgoing and friendly demeanor
• Willing to actively engage guests
• Must be able to perform in 15-30 lb. costume
• Must have excellent customer service skills
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand theEnglish language
• Available to work flexible hours at nights and on weekends
• Requires continuous sitting, standing, bending, hand/eye coordination, near vision, hearing and speech
• Requires frequent walking, lifting, kneeling, manual dexterity, gross motor skills. Requires using a telephone/radio
• Must be able to stand/walk for up to 6 hours at a time and as many as 14 hours a day
• Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day over various surfaces
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs consistently
• Must be able to lift and lower 5 lbs above shoulder level.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. Associates may perform other related duties as required, meeting the on-going needs of the company.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property such as Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.

What's in it for you?

• Free Food for Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day
  Exclusive Rides parties for all employees.
  Scholarship Opportunities
  Professional Development
  Complimentary tickets
  In-Park discounts and more!

Other Functions

All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate.

Six Flags is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports a Drug Free Work Place.

Location/Region

Jackson, NJ