Animator

Job Description

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
  
  

• 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
  
  

• Professional training degree in theatre or dance
• 2 years of experience in the various fields of entertainment
• 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