LIVE AUDITIONS | Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor | 07/09 | 6PM - 8PM | SeaWorld San Diego |

Join the Howl-O-Scream Scare Team at SeaWorld San Diego! What's in Store for You: As a Howl-O-Scream Scare Actor (Performer II), you'll dive into an array of chillingly fun responsibilities, ensuring our guests leave with lasting spooky memories. Here's what you'll do: Deliver spine-tingling performances and scares to our thrill-seeking guests. Join an award-winning Scare-Event. Dive into exclusive employee-only events like ride nights and special previews. Collaborate with our production team to elevate Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego. Form lifelong bonds within the SeaWorld Entertainment Community. Spine-Chilling Roles We Need Filled: ‍ Haunted House Performers: Stationary and active roles available. Some scripted dialogue required Pathway Scare Performers: Roaming and interactive positions on guest pathways M.C./Event Host/Vignette Performers: Scripted, high-energy characters for stage or street events Specialty Performers: Including contortionists, sliders, and stilt walkers (drywall-style stilts) DJs: Live mixing experience preferred Internal Ambassadors: Please be sure to submit your application through SeaPort/Workday to be considered. Prior Ambassadors: If you haven’t already done so recently, please complete the attached Rehire Review Form and email it to View email address on click.appcast.io. You may also download the form HERE. Auditions: AUDITION DATES – LIVE & IN-PERSON All auditions held at the Hubbs Research Institute 2595 Ingraham St, San Diego, CA 92109 July 09 – Thursday, Regular and Specialty Role Auditions 6pm – 8pm July 16 - Thursday, Regular and Specialty Role Auditions 6pm – 8pm For those interested in auditioning for any specialty roles (MC/Host, Vignettes, Stilt Walker, Slider, Contortionist, DJ) please bring the additional material listed below to your audition: Headshot Resume 60 second villainous monologue Please tailor your monologue to the role(s) you would like to be considered for, see below Specialty Performer Stilt Walker Slider Contortionist HOS DJ (live mixing experience preferred) Scaremony Ringmaster Carnival Barker Vile Vignettes Fortune Teller Chaotic Magician Paranormal Researcher Research Assistant Possessed Ghost Killer Doll Shifty Gambler Availability: Must have flexible availability every week Thursdays through Sundays, throughout the scheduled dates of the event. Howl-O-Scream 2026 runs Friday, September 11th - Sunday, November 1st. What it Takes to Join the Squad: Must be at least 18 years of age. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Bring your animated, fun, and outgoing personality! Previous guest experience in a high-volume capacity preferred. Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly. Ability to work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme temperatures while maintaining a high-level of professionalism and performance skills. Ability to work varying shifts and hours based on park operational schedule – i.e. ability to work opening and closing shifts, as well as after-hour rehearsals. Consistently and expertly executes stage direction and show content as directed by Event and Show Producers and Entertainment Leadership. Previous experience in Theme Park Entertainment, Dance, Theatre, or related field is preferred. Able to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (strobes, fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubbles, snow, scents, etc.). Must be able to positively interact with park guests and team members of all ages, ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or languages, and individuals with special needs. Must have strong verbal communication skills. Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk for prolonged periods of time. Position engages in the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to-waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks. Ability to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, and/or jump up repeatedly for the duration of your shift. Must be comfortable with the possibility of performing in multi-layered clothing, face masks (partial, or full), wigs, and other theatrical costuming. Position also engages in a variety of vocalizations such as: sudden screams, gasps, wails, vocal manipulation, etc. Must be flexible in work locations as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities. Ability to openly accept performance feedback/critiques and adapt accordingly. Being a team player is a must and the key to being successful as a Scare Squad Performer. Compensation: 19.00 USD per hour Ready to Haunt the Night? Bring your energy, creativity, and scare skills to Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego — where every scream counts! 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. Whether you’re a singer, dancer, actor, or performer, our parks are waiting for you. From thrilling live shows to captivating character interactions, there’s a role for everyone. Actors - Great stage presence and interactive comedic skills that excel at improvisation. Actors perform in multiple high-energy shows per day, on our stages and streets, to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Costumed Characters - Personable, animated people with fun, outgoing personalities to bring Sesame Street® characters to life. Share the joy of entertaining children and other guests as a costumed character by greeting guests, shaking hands, posing for pictures, and giving hugs. Costumed character performers also act as a character escort to assist with guest interactions. Dancers - Demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including jazz, musical theatre, ballet, and modern. Partnering skills, break dancing, tumbling, tap, or other specialties are a plus. Dancers perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. Event Performers - Bring our special and seasonal events to life such as Event Host, Culinary Performers and Santa's Helpers. Instrumentalists - Proficient in percussion, brass, woodwinds or guitar. All instrumentalists should have the ability to play varying styles ranging from pop/rock to Motown to gospel and must be able to memorize music for shows and perform with great stage presence. Scare Squad - Enthusiastic performers, who are passionate about Halloween, to add fun and scary excitement to our award-winning Howl-O-Scream events. Vocalists - Great energy and stage presence who can demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of styles including pop, rock, musical theatre, classical, contemporary, and a cappella vocal styling. Capacity to hear/sing harmonies is a must. Sight reading skills are not required but are preferred. Vocalists perform in multiple high-energy shows per day to connect with our guests and create memories that last a lifetime. How should I prepare for my audition? You will be asked to learn a dance combination and participate in improve and athletic stamina exercises. Costumed character auditions are based primarily on movement, non-verbal communication, and physical coordination. Please arrive early enough to stretch and warm up before the audition begins. Please wear form fitting dance attire that allows a full range of movement and tennis or jazz shoes. Please do not wear jeans. Prepare a resume and headshot, which will be retained by the audition team. Please view our career opportunities website for current openings.