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Attraction Manager - Seasonal
Los Angeles CA Seasonal Sept - Nov Training in August
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group is the nation's leading creator of immersive, story-driven entertainment-and proudly the world's largest operator of Halloween attractions. With eighteen markets spanning Florida to California and millions of guests thrilled each year, we don't just produce events. We redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Denver and powered by a team of fearless creators, we've built a culture where curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless drive to go beyond expectations are the standard-not the exception. When you join Thirteenth Floor, you're not just taking a job. You're stepping into the magic behind the screams.
Returning applicants: If you have worked for Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group in a prior season, please contact your location manager directly regarding rehire status. Do not submit a new application through the online system.
What You'll Do
As a Seasonal Attraction Manager at the Los Angeles Haunted Hayride, you'll own the night-to-night performance and operational quality of one of our four iconic attractions-either the Hayride or one of three Mazes. Reporting to the Performance Manager and working closely with the General Manager, you'll lead a team of 15-30 staff members and serve as the driving force behind show quality, staff accountability, and guest experience in your zone.
Leadership & Staff Management

• Develop and manage schedules for all performance staff within your designated zone, ensuring efficient coverage and seamless operations
• Ensure all staff clock in upon arrival-prior to entering costume and makeup-and clock out at shift end before leaving the check-out area; monitor all 30-minute break clock-ins and clock-outs
• Review staff timecards weekly to verify accuracy and compliance
• Promptly report any overtime or meal period penalties within your zone to the General Manager
• Maintain clear, timely communication with supervisors, vendors, and staff via radio, text, phone, email, and chat platforms
• Protect the confidentiality of sensitive performer information at all times
• Promote a fair, equitable work environment free from conflicts of interest

Training & Team Development

• Foster a welcoming and supportive atmosphere in your zone's designated break area
• Lead nightly check-in meetings to share announcements, deliver notes, and recognize standout staff contributions
• Collaborate with the Performance Manager to identify and coach actors on scare technique, timing, intensity, and misdirection
• Notify the Performance Manager of recurring performance issues or repeated staff absences

Operational Excellence

• Ensure your attraction is fully prepared and opens on time every night
• Uphold company show quality standards throughout your zone at all times
• Keep all scare actors in their assigned positions, consistently delivering their designated scares
• Supervise performance staff through both start-of-show and end-of-show processes
• Remain actively present in your zone throughout the event-monitoring actors, break adherence, and line flow to prevent guest experience bottlenecks
• Immediately escalate safety concerns, equipment malfunctions, performance gaps, or guest experience issues to the Performance Manager and/or General Manager
• Take nightly operational notes and submit weekly recaps to the Performance Manager and General Manager
• Participate in a post-season wrap meeting to review successes and identify improvements for future seasons

Cross-Departmental Coordination

• Promptly report all set, prop, or equipment damage to the appropriate departments-Stunts, Tech/Production, Costume, and Makeup-while keeping the Performance Manager and General Manager informed

What You Bring

• Proven team management and leadership experience; background in acting, performance, or haunted attractions strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong reading comprehension and instruction-following abilities
• Proficiency in basic computer applications including email, Google Docs, spreadsheets, and word processing
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays throughout the full event season
• Willingness to take on additional responsibilities as the season demands
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Compensation & Employment Details
Hourly Rate: $23.00 hr
Employment Type: Seasonal/Temporary
Expected Season Duration: Late September - Early November 2026
Work Schedule: Evenings, weekends, and holidays required during operational season
This is a seasonal/temporary position with an anticipated end date. Employment beyond the stated season is not guaranteed.
Pursuant to California SB 1162, the hourly pay rate for this position is listed above. Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group will not request or consider salary history in making compensation decisions.
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group participates in E-Verify. As required by federal law, we will verify the identity and employment eligibility of all hired individuals.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, including the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act (AB 1008). You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made.
Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations at any point in the hiring process by contacting hr@thirteenthfloor.com
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Applicant Privacy Notice - California Residents
In connection with your application for employment, Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group ("TFEG") collects personal information about applicants as permitted and required by law. The categories of personal information we may collect include: identifiers (such as name, address, email, and phone number); professional and employment-related information (such as work history, references, and qualifications); education information; and background check information where applicable and permitted. This information is collected for the purpose of evaluating your candidacy, processing your application, and fulfilling our legal obligations as an employer. We do not sell applicants' personal information. Personal information collected during the hiring process is retained in accordance with applicable law and our internal data retention policies. If you have questions about how your personal information is collected or used, please contact Human Resources at hr@thirteenthfloor.com.