Polar Express Cast Member: Hobo/Conductor

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is seeking cast members for The Polar Express Train Ride™ in Durango, CO. The Hobo and Conductor roles are essential to the show, participating in the prologue and greeting guests before the ride.

This seasonal, part-time, non-exempt hourly position requires interaction with up to 500 guests, acting experience, willingness to work in winter weather, and availability evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Able to engage large crowds with clear communication.
• Acting experience preferred but required.
• Ability to perform in winter weather as needed.
• Evenings, weekends, and holidays availability required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with and interact with guests as they arrive at the event, board the train, and as they leave the event
• Stay on script and interact where appropriate for the character

Skills

Public speaking

Acting

Crowd interaction

Job description

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is seeking cast members for The Polar Express Train Ride™ in Durango, CO. The Hobo and Conductor roles are essential to the show, participating in the prologue and greeting guests before the ride.

This seasonal, part-time, non-exempt hourly position requires interaction with up to 500 guests, acting experience, willingness to work in winter weather, and availability evenings, weekends, and holidays.