Howl-O-Scream Special Events Performer (Scare Actor)

SEASONAL POSITION

Join the scare at one of our haunted houses or scare zones for our award winning event, Howl-O-Scream 2026 Season!!!

Howl-O-Scream Audition Events:

Audition days will be most Fridays (3pm-6pm) and Saturdays (11am-2pm)-please refer to job posting and self-scheduling calendar to book your audition date.

www.buschgardensjobs.com

Virtual Audition:

Click on the link below to submit your virtual audition. You must also visit our career site to complete an application. If you are casted, an application is required to proceed with offer and onboarding steps.

https://app.hireflix.com/public-application/6a3d3b404e1c20f585e50f9d

Compensation Rates:

First Year Scare Actor: $15 per hour

Returning Scare Actor: $15.50 per 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

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $15.00 - $15.50 per hour

Expected hours: 28 – 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Referral program

Work Location: In person