Haunted Coaster: Zombie Scare Actor

SkyLand Ranch; Pigeon Forge (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster in Pigeon Forge, TN, seeks energetic performers for Zombie Invasion, a new immersive haunted coaster experience running across 36 event nights in September and October 2026. Roles involve portraying zombies and other characters, staying in character, and delivering high-energy performances throughout each night.

Positions are seasonal, part-time, with shifts that begin around 7:30 PM, ending after the final guest exits (midnight or later).

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years old by the first scheduled shift.
• Be excited about performing and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Be energetic, expressive and comfortable interacting with guests.
• Be able to follow instructions and accept performance direction.
• Be dependable and committed to arriving on time for scheduled shifts.
• Be able to maintain character and performance quality for extended periods.
• Be comfortable performing in darkness, theatrical fog, flashing or strobing lights, loud audio and outdoor conditions.
• Be comfortable performing around simulated weapon props.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a large event team.
• Be professional and respectful toward guests, coworkers and management.
• Have reliable transportation to and from Rocky Top Mountain Coaster.
• Be available to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Remain in character whenever visible to guests.
• Deliver a consistent, enthusiastic and high-energy performance throughout each event night.
• Perform assigned scares, repeated movements, dialogue and character interactions.
• Follow scene and performance direction from event managers.
• Report to the assigned supervisor on time.
• Remain in the assigned scene until properly relieved or dismissed at the end of the night.
• Properly wear and care for all provided or approved costumes, masks, makeup and performance equipment.
• Maintain a professional manner when working with guests, coworkers and management.
• Follow all safety procedures, behavioral expectations, guest interaction rules and attraction guidelines.
• Help create a memorable, immersive and exciting experience for every guest.

Job description

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster in Pigeon Forge, TN, seeks energetic performers for Zombie Invasion, a new immersive haunted coaster experience running across 36 event nights in September and October 2026. Roles involve portraying zombies and other characters, staying in character, and delivering high-energy performances throughout each night.

Positions are seasonal, part-time, with shifts that begin around 7:30 PM, ending after the final guest exits (midnight or later).