Scare Actor- $14.50/Hr

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation in Austell, GA is seeking a Scare Actor to haunt attractions, surprise guests, and help create a spine-chilling experience. You will perform in full makeup/costume and work with fellow actors to deliver immersive scares while maintaining guest safety.

Must be 16+ and comfortable with strobe lights, fog, and other effects. Shifts include evenings, weekends, and holidays; training and rehearsals are provided.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Comfortable working around strobe lights, fog, theatrical smoke, and other special effects.
• Outgoing, energetic personality is essential.
• Able to carry 10–30 pounds of costumes or props.

Responsibilities

• Perform in a haunted house or as a street performer while wearing full scary makeup and costume.
• Create a unique, immersive, and frightening experience for guests.
• Perform independently or as part of a group.
• Stay in character throughout the entire performance.
• Use body language, movement, timing, and vocal effects to deliver effective scares.
• Improvise guest interactions while maintaining a safe environment.
• Work with fellow actors to coordinate scenes and scare timing.
• Reset props and performance areas between guest groups.
• Follow park appearance, costume, and safety standards.
• Attend rehearsals, training sessions, and costume fittings as required.
• Care for assigned costumes, masks, makeup, and props.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Energetic

Weather adaptability

Job description

Overview

The graveyard shift just got a lot more exciting. As a Scare Actor, you'll haunt our attractions, surprise guests around every corner, and help create a spine‑chilling experience they'll never forget. Whether lurking through haunted mazes or roaming the streets, you'll work alongside fellow monsters to deliver immersive scares while maintaining a safe, entertaining, and unforgettable experience for every guest. If you have the energy, creativity, and passion for live performance, this is your chance to become part of the fear behind the fun.

What's In It For You

• Free tickets for your family & friends!
• Promotion opportunities!
• Scholarship opportunities!
• Exclusive employee parties, events, giveaways, discounts, and more!
• Free access to Atlanta area attractions and other regional theme parks!
• Job and Career Building Skills
• Flexible scheduling

Responsibilities

• Perform in a haunted house or as a street performer while wearing full scary makeup and costume.
• Create a unique, immersive, and frightening experience for guests.
• Perform independently or as part of a group.
• Stay in character throughout the entire performance.
• Use body language, movement, timing, and vocal effects to deliver effective scares.
• Improvise guest interactions while maintaining a safe environment.
• Work with fellow actors to coordinate scenes and scare timing.
• Reset props and performance areas between guest groups.
• Follow park appearance, costume, and safety standards.
• Attend rehearsals, training sessions, and costume fittings as required.
• Care for assigned costumes, masks, makeup, and props.
• Take direction from supervisors and adjust performances based on feedback.
• Assist with opening, closing, cleaning, and general attraction upkeep.
• Report damaged props, costumes, or safety hazards to management.

Payrate: $14.50/Hr.

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.

Qualifications

Availability Requirement

Must be able to work all operating days (Fridays–Sundays) from September 1, 2026, through November 1, 2026.

Due to the limited operating season of Fright Fest, applicants are required to disclose any scheduling conflicts occurring between August and November during the interview process.

• Must be 16 years old or older.
• Be comfortable working around strobe lights, fog, theatrical smoke, and other special effects.
• Have an outgoing, energetic personality.
• Be able to carry 10–30 pounds of costumes or props.
• Be comfortable working in all kinds of weather, including rain and cold.
• Be willing to play multiple characters.
• Be able to walk, crouch, crawl, and perform for extended periods.
• Be able to wear a latex mask, silicone mask, or special effects makeup for long periods.
• Able to manage close interaction with park guests.

Working Conditions

• Work may be indoors or outdoors at various times of day.
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• You'll have close interaction with park guests.
• You'll use props, microphones, and other equipment.
• The job involves standing, walking, lifting, and carrying.

Audition Required

Be prepared to showcase your zombie walk, scream, accents or character voices, unique skills, and scare techniques. Do NOT wear scary makeup or a Halloween costume to the audition. Auditions dates will be sent via email.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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