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LIVE AUDITIONS - Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor 🎭 How to Audition Virtually All applicants must complete BOTH steps below to be considered: 1. Complete the Screening Questions Please answer all ...

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VIRTUAL AUDITIONS: Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor Role | SeaWorld San Diego

Seaworldentertainment

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

🩸 Join the Howl-O-Scream Scare Squad - Virtual Audition!

Are you ready to bring the screams to life? Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego is looking for energetic, creative, and fearless performers to join our Scare Squad for the 2026 season!

This requisition is exclusively for Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor roles. If you're ready to haunt pathways, terrify guests, and bring our haunted environments to life, we want to see what you've got!

👻 Scare Actor Roles

Scare Actors may be considered for a variety of performance opportunities, including:

  • Haunted House Performers - Stationary and active roles; some scripted dialogue may be required.
  • Pathway Scare Performers - Roaming, interactive performers who engage with guests throughout the park.

Please do not complete the virtual audition if you are specifically seeking a specialty role. Additional audition materials may be required for specialty roles.

Interested in a Specialty Role?

Virtual auditions are not available for specialty roles. Candidates interested in Vignette Characters, M.C./Hosts, DJs, Sliders, Stilt Walkers, Contortionists, or other specialty performance roles must attend one of our in-person auditions to be considered.

Visit our In-Person Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor posting for complete audition details and to apply:
LIVE AUDITIONS - Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor
https://seaworldentertainment.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/SEA/job/SeaWorld-San-Diego/LIVE-AUDITIONS---Howl-O-Scream-Scare-Actor---6-13---12PM---3PM---SeaWorld-San-Diego--_JR132970-2

🎭 How to Audition VirtuallyAll applicants must complete BOTH steps below to be considered:

1. Complete the Screening Questions

Please answer all required screening questions before submitting your virtual audition.

Screening Questions:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKD0qaPzXBQElyfDOFa4_gsrigfoYvvDda0IDnLHAxjnKjPw/viewform?usp=header

2. Submit Your Virtual Audition

Show us your personality, physicality, creativity, and ability to bring a character to life!

Virtual Audition:
https://app.hireflix.com/public-application/6a84d6e32ebbf0adce21b752

Please Note: Submission of a virtual audition does not guarantee selection for a Scare Actor role. All auditions will be reviewed by our Entertainment team, and selections will be based on performance, availability, role needs, and overall fit for Howl-O-Scream.

Be sure to complete BOTH steps above to submit a complete audition.

🧟 What It Takes to Join the Squad
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Must have flexible availability Thursday through Sunday throughout the scheduled event dates.
  • Howl-O-Scream 2026 runs Friday, September 11 - Sunday, November 1.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Previous guest experience in a high-volume environment preferred.
  • Previous experience in Theme Park Entertainment, Dance, Theatre, or a related field preferred.
  • Must be comfortable performing indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and temperatures.
  • Ability to work varying shifts, including opening, closing, and after-hours rehearsals.
  • Must be able to accept performance feedback and adapt accordingly.
  • Must be comfortable with atmospheric effects such as strobes, fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubbles, snow, scents, etc.
  • Must be comfortable performing a variety of vocalizations, including screams, gasps, wails, and vocal manipulation.
  • Must be comfortable performing in multi-layered clothing, face masks (partial or full), wigs, and other theatrical costuming.
  • Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, squat, bend, reach, and/or jump repeatedly throughout a shift.
  • Must be able to positively interact with guests and team members of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
  • Strong verbal communication skills required.
  • Must be flexible in work locations based on business needs and show placement.
  • Being a team player is essential to becoming a successful member of the Scare Squad!
🩸 What's in Store for You?

As a Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor, you'll:

  • Deliver spine-tingling performances and unforgettable scares.
  • Join an award-winning Halloween event.
  • Collaborate with our Production and Entertainment teams.
  • Participate in exclusive employee events and special previews.
  • Become part of the SeaWorld Entertainment Community and make memories that last beyond the season.
💀 Compensation

19.00 USD per hour

🎃 Ready to Haunt the Night?

Your audition is your chance to show us what lurks beneath the surface.

Complete the screening questions. Submit your virtual audition.

Then let the scares begin...

The Scare Squad is waiting. Are you ready to answer the call? 🩸👻

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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