Fright Fest Scare Actor

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Jackson Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free holiday meals

Exclusive rides parties

Scholarship opportunities

Professional development

Complimentary tickets

In-park discounts

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation in New Jersey seeks energetic individuals to join the costume character team. You will perform costumed appearances, engage guests, and uphold character integrity while collaborating with teammates and supervisors.

Candidates must be at least 16, can work 12 shifts from Sept 12–Oct 31, and be able to work 6+ hours in a costume. Roles require standing/walking long hours outdoors and effective English communication.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be available Thu–Sun, including nights, weekends and holidays, Sep–Nov.
• Able to work 12 shifts from Sept 12–Oct 31 and stay past park closing.
• Able to perform in 15–30 lb. costume.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather and conditions.

Responsibilities

• Promote the park with enthusiasm and pride.
• Make costumed appearances as directed by management.
• Maintain illusion of characters and care of costumes.
• Ensure guest safety and guest satisfaction.
• Complete tasks as assigned by Six Flags Management.

Skills

Guest interaction

Customer service

English communication

Energetic

On-site outdoor work

Punctuality

Team collaboration

Job description

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.

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.

How You'll Make A Difference

• 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.

We're Looking For:

• 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 DayExclusive Rides parties for all employees.Scholarship OpportunitiesProfessional DevelopmentComplimentary ticketsIn-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.