Scare Actor/Actress

Thedeadendhayride; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 17,908 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tickets to The Dead End Hayride

Free tickets to The Great PumpkinTrail

Free tickets to Pinehaven Farms

Exclusive employee events

Reward and recognition programs

Job summary

Mid Minnesota Entertainment is hiring for Seasonal Acting Staff to bring The Dead End Hayride to life in Wyoming, MN. Join a high-energy team delivering immersive scares, fun, and unforgettable experiences this fall.

Auditions are required. Expect evening/weekend shifts, 4:00 PM–6:30 PM starts, and a chance to earn $13–$16.50 per hour while enjoying free tickets to company attractions.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Comfortable standing and moving for up to 8 hours.
• Good physical stamina – supportive footwear required.
• Reliable transportation to/from Wyoming, MN.
• Available for evening and weekend shifts, including late nights.
• Positive attitude, respect for others, and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to staying in character and giving your best performance.
• Willingness to wear costumes, masks, and makeup.
• Capable of lifting 15–30 lbs if needed.
• Open to playing multiple roles and adapting to different scenes.
• Comfortable performing with fog, strobe lights, and other effects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun, safe, and engaging scare performances for guests.
• Follow all safety rules and performance guidelines
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and leadership
• Maintain energy and consistency throughout your shift
• Adapt quickly to different roles, cues, or directions

Job description

Mid Minnesota Entertainment is the team behind Minnesota favorites The Dead End Hayride, The Great Pumpkin Trail, and Pinehaven Farm. We create unforgettable seasonal experiences for hundreds of thousands of guests each year through immersive attractions, and a team that knows how to work hard and have fun doing it.

Now Hiring: Seasonal Acting Staff – The Dead End Hayride

Looking for a unique, fast-paced job this fall? The Dead End Hayride is hiring seasonal actors to bring our immersive, high-energy haunt to life. If you love Halloween, performing, or just want to be part of an unforgettable experience, this is your chance to join one of Minnesota’s top seasonal attractions.

Position Overview

As a scare actor, your job is to entertain and engage guests through high-quality, in-character performances. You'll be part of a team dedicated to delivering thrills, fun, and safe scares—night after night.

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older
• Comfortable standing and moving for up to 8 hours
• Good physical stamina – supportive footwear required
• Reliable transportation to/from Wyoming, MN
• Available for evening and weekend shifts, including late nights
• Positive attitude, respect for others, and ability to work as part of a team
• Strong commitment to staying in character and giving your best performance

Additional Expectations

• Willingness to wear costumes, masks, and makeup
• Able to work in varied weather (rain, cold, heat, etc.)
• Must complete a required audition (quick and low-pressure)
• Capable of lifting 15–30 lbs if needed
• Open to playing multiple roles and adapting to different scenes
• Comfortable performing with fog, strobe lights, and other effects

Responsibilities

• Deliver fun, safe, and engaging scare performances for guests
• Follow all safety rules and performance guidelines
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and leadership
• Maintain energy and consistency throughout your shift
• Adapt quickly to different roles, cues, or directions

Pay & Schedule

• $13 starting, with capability of up to $16.50 per hour
• Seasonal job runs for approximately 1.5 months
• Weekly hours range from 10 to 40, depending on availability and performance needs
• Shifts typically start between 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM, ending times vary
• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
• Free tickets to The Dead End Hayride, The Great Pumpkin Trail, and Pinehaven Farms
• Access to exclusive employee events
• Reward and recognition programs

This is more than a seasonal job—it’s a chance to build performance skills, meet new people, and be part of something exciting. If you’re ready to work hard, have fun, and deliver unforgettable scares, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to join The Dead End Hayride talent team!

The pay range for this role is:

13 - 16.50 USD per hour (Pinehaven Farm)