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Sight & Sound

Performer

Branson, MO · On-site

Email a link of your audition reel to CENTRAL.CASTING@SIGHT-SOUND.COM. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment ...

Carowinds

Performer

Charlotte, NC

... ca.auditions@sixflags.com to be considered for Fall/Winter casting. Responsibilities: Singers & Singer/Dancers: When picking your audition piece, please keep in mind that our shows include high ...

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Audition Casting involves organizing and managing auditions for roles, focusing on the process of selecting actors through auditions. A Casting Director oversees the entire casting process, including audition planning, talent selection, and liaising with producers. While audition casting is a specific task within the casting process, the casting director holds a broader role in managing and executing the overall casting strategy.

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What is audition casting?

Audition casting is the process used in film, television, theater, and other performing arts to select actors, models, or performers for specific roles. It typically involves candidates performing a prepared piece or reading lines from a script in front of casting directors, producers, or directors. The goal is to assess talent, suitability for the role, and chemistry with other cast members. Successful candidates may be called back for further auditions or offered the part directly. Audition casting is a critical step in assembling the right team for a production.

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To thrive as an Audition Casting Director, you need a deep understanding of acting, script analysis, and talent evaluation, often supported by experience in theater, film, or casting agencies. Familiarity with casting databases, scheduling software, and audition recording equipment is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, keen intuition, and clear communication help in building rapport with actors and collaborating with directors and producers. These skills ensure that the right talent is matched to each role, contributing to the overall success of film, television, or theater productions.
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Knott's Scary Farm - Dancers

Knott's Scary Farm - Dancers

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Buena Park, CA • On-site

$20.65/hr

Temporary

Posted 6 days ago

Six Flags rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 520 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 55 rated theme parks

Job description

Overview
$20.65 / hour
DANCERS (Knott's Scary Farm)
AUDITION:
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
(sign in: 9:30-9:55am; audition at 10:00am)
Knott's Berry Farm
8189 Western Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620
Knott's Berry Farm Entertainment is casting DANCERS for Knott's Scary Farm. Seeking a diverse spectrum of gender identities and ethnic and cultural backgrounds. Performers should aim to exceed guest expectations and provide the highest quality of entertainment. A dance combination will be taught at the audition. Please wear appropriate dance attire. Shoes must be worn at all times. Please bring a photo and resume. Rehearsals will begin in September 2026. An ideal candidate is available to work all scheduled rehearsal and event dates. This role is compensated at a rate of $20.65/hr.
Please use the link below to schedule an audition appointment:
https://calendly.com/kbf-auditions
KNOTT'S SCARY FARM 2026 EVENT DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS*:
  • (September) 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 27
  • (October) 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31

*Event dates are subject to change
Park in the Western Employee parking lot (8189 Western Ave. Buena Park, CA 90620) located between La Palma and Crescent on Western Ave. Please proceed to Western Employee Park Entrance where a Knott's Berry Farm representative will escort applicants to the audition area.
For questions, please email the Knott's Talent Casting Team at: KBF.Casting@sixflags.com
Responsibilities
  • Using your talents to enrich Knott's Scary Farm's atmosphere for guests
  • Working as a member of a team to achieve overall atmosphere and goals set by Entertainment leadership and show directors
  • Consistently performing your role as scripted and/or conceived
  • Remaining in character while "on-stage" and in view of guests and interact with guests while performing in a professional and artistic manner
  • Providing guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving accurate directions
  • Maintaining cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags Safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision
  • Meeting scheduling availability requirements that include nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Fulfilling attendance requirements as outlined in the Six Flags attendance policy
  • Adhering to the Six Flags Rules of Conduct including specific costuming and grooming standards as outlined in Employee Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures
  • Performing other duties as they are assigned

Qualifications
  • Availability to work all assigned rehearsal and event dates that include weekday/weekends nights and holidays
  • Dance experience (required)
  • Ability to commit to multiple days of work per week and adhere to minimum availability requirements
  • Ability to perform in outdoor venues in varying Southern California weather conditions
  • Willingness and ability to wear heavy make-up, wigs and costuming for extended periods of time
  • Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law
  • Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, and DMV
  • Ability to provide record of previous employment, education, and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law

Attending an audition does not guarantee employment with Knott's Berry Farm. Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must at least 18 years of age. We support a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment physicals and background checks.

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