Seasonal Scare Actor

SEASONAL POSITION

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Come join the screams and be a part of our Howl-O-Scream 2026 Scare Acting team! We are looking for fresh blood, so if you want to be part of the haunt, now is the time! Howl-O-Scream Season is open September through November 2026, get in NOW!

Schedule your audition time! Auditions will take place most Friday and Saturdays through August. More details provided upon scheduling.

Compensation:
First Year: $15 per hour
Returner: $15.50
Incentive Pay Starting 9/24: Work 5 productive hours after 6pm on event nights and earn an extra $1 on the hour!

What you get to do:

• Performing as characters to startle and scare guests at Busch Gardens Tampa Howl-O-Scream
• Consistently performing multiple scares repetitively throughout the night of the event (some scare positions may involve strenuous physical activity).
• Being responsible for clocking in and out at the beginning and end of assigned shifts.
• Taking and implementing direction from persons of authority.
• Maintaining a tidy and safe work area.
• Working well with a diverse group of co-workers.
• Performers are expected to supply their own black pants, black socks, black shoes, and black shirt.

What it takes to succeed:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be available to work potentially between 5:00 PM to 2:00 AM on rehearsal and event nights
• Must be available majority of event nights. Availability will be one factor used in determining employment offer and/or role placement.
• Many, but not all positions, require wearing makeup (provided by BGT). Some positions require wearing a costume mask, helmet, wig, or hat (provided by BGT).
• Costumes for characters will be provided by BGT and will remain the property of BGT.
• Must be able to perform assigned character for up to 2 hours at a time. Performance may include standing, walking, or other strenuous physical activity.
• Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis: stand, walk, climb, bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp, and fine manipulation task.
• Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions.
• Position may be exposed to heat/cold temperature extremes, chemical, fumes/dust/odor, atmospheric lighting/strobe lighting/dim lighting
• Based on needs and availability, some positions may not work every night of the event.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

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.