Animator

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Animator ensures a smooth, fun, interactive and positive execution of the Guest Experience program including, but not limited to, character appearances, shows and events hosting, operation and support of live shows, provision of queue line entertainment, birthday party animation as well as assisting in other areas of the Guest Experience Departments depending on the needs of the business. The Animator position is focused on delivering a highly interactive, positive and fun experience of all Guest Experience offerings to guests.

JOB SCOPE:

• Performs as character animators, in accordance with themed choreography and staged shows in the parks and during events

  
  

• Presents shows, ceremonies, or any other offerings

  
  

• Provides support and operate parks’ offerings as needed 

  
  

• Operates live show duties

  
  

• Provides animation to birthday parties as requested and delineated by management

  
  

• Maintains props and special effects for all Guest Experience offerings

  
  

• Performs at offsite functions on behalf of the parks as character animators escorts and hosts as requested 

  
  

• Supports on and offsite events with AV, staging, event setup, lighting setup and de-rig as needed

  
  

• Maintains laundry, costumes and daily show checklists

  
  

• Supports events with other skills including but not limited to dance, face painting, balloon art, juggling, stilt walking, poi performances etc.

  
  

• Adheres to all schedules assigned, including but not limited to weekly and daily requirements

  
  

• Follows all company policies and procedures, including safety guidelines

  
  

• Attends trainings as requested and scheduled by management

  
  

• Other duties as assigned

  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
Essential:
 

• Higher secondary or equivalent

  
  

• 1 year of experience in the entertainment industry, including theatre, dance, circus, music 

  
  

• Physical aptitude: strength to move when wearing full body costume character

  
  

• Dance: ability to learn and execute basic choreography

  
  

• Hosting: proficiency in English and ability to speak in front of groups

  
  

• Attitude: capability to maintain positive attitude under a variety of circumstances

  
  

• Personality: ability to be outgoing and friendly towards others

  
  

Desirable:

• Juggling, magic tricks, singing, playing instruments, tumbling, skating, martial arts, physical comedy and public speaking. Prefer candidates with experience playing full body characters as well as candidates with theatre, dance, singing and/or hosting formal training.

  
  

• Professional training degree in theatre or dance

  
  

• 2 years of experience in the various fields of entertainment