Scare Actor

Wild Waves Theme & Waterpark; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Seasonal position

Job summary

Wild Waves Theme & Waterpark is seeking energetic performers to join the Fright Fest Entertainment Team as Scare Actors. This seasonal, performance-based role involves portraying horror characters in haunted houses, scare zones, and park pathways while delivering high-energy, immersive experiences.

Auditions and fittings are required; candidates should be at least 16, available nights/weekends, and comfortable in makeup and costumes. Prior acting or performance experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and all Fright Fest dates.
• Prior acting, theater, dance, or performance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Portray a variety of horror-themed characters in haunted attractions, scare zones, and park pathways.
• Perform scares, character movements, and improvisation while maintaining safety and professionalism.
• Remain in character at all times while on stage and maintain high energy throughout assigned shifts.
• Follow direction from Entertainment Supervisors, Stage Managers, and Leadership.
• Attend all required auditions, rehearsals, training sessions, and costume fittings.
• Wear assigned costumes, masks, makeup, and/or prosthetics as required for the role.
• Adhere to all park safety standards, performance guidelines, and operational procedures.
• Monitor assigned performance areas and report safety concerns, guest issues, or operational needs to leadership.
• Support a positive team environment while delivering an exciting and frightening guest experience.

Skills

Acting

Improvisation

Performance

Teamwork

Job description

Wild Waves Theme & Waterpark is seeking energetic, creative, and enthusiastic performers to join our Fright Fest Entertainment Team as Scare Actors. Scare Actors play a key role in delivering immersive, high-energy, and thrilling experiences for our guests by portraying frightening characters in haunted houses, scare zones, and throughout the park during the annual Fright Fest event.

This is a fast-paced, performance-based role ideal for individuals who enjoy acting, improvisation, and creating memorable guest experiences in a themed environment.

Key Responsibilities

Portray a variety of horror-themed characters in haunted attractions, scare zones, and park pathways

Perform scares, character movements, and improvisation while maintaining safety and professionalism

Remain in character at all times while on stage and maintain high energy throughout assigned shifts

Follow direction from Entertainment Supervisors, Stage Managers, and Leadership

Attend all required auditions, rehearsals, training sessions, and costume fittings

Wear assigned costumes, masks, makeup, and/or prosthetics as required for the role

Adhere to all park safety standards, performance guidelines, and operational procedures

Monitor assigned performance areas and report safety concerns, guest issues, or operational needs to leadership

Support a positive team environment while delivering an exciting and frightening guest experience

Skills, Requirements & Qualifications

Must be 16 years of age or older

Availability to work nights, weekends, and all scheduled Fright Fest dates, including Halloween

Prior acting, theater, dance, or performance experience preferred but not required

Reliable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team

Comfortable wearing costumes, masks, makeup, and prosthetics for extended periods

Ability to remain in character and perform repetitive movements throughout a shift

Comfortable working in environments with loud noises, fog, flashing lights, darkness, and heightened guest emotions

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Ability to stand, walk, crouch, and perform physical movements for extended periods

Some roles require outdoor performance, resulting in exposure to varying weather conditions and temperatures

Performance areas may include large hills, stairs, uneven surfaces, and dimly lit environments

Ability to navigate tight spaces, backstage areas, and crowded guest environments

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this role.

Additional Information

All roles require an audition and/or casting interview, including returning performers

Training and costume fittings will be scheduled prior to opening weekend

This is a seasonal position, with hours varying based on event dates and operational needs

Join us… if you dare.