Haunted Walk Actor / Scare Actor

Nestled in the scenic Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, Woodloch Resort encompasses an award-winning family resort (Woodloch Pines), championship golf course (Woodloch Springs) and a luxury destination spa (The Lodge at Woodloch).
Owned and operated with pride by the Kiesendahl family since 1958, the concept of family is truly at the core of Woodloch and is key to its longtime success.
Woodloch Pines was voted by TripAdvisor as the number one family resort in the United States and remains committed to its original mission to "treat all guests as if they were company in their own homes." Staff members are no exception to this rule.
Employees work hard and are passionate about what they do and why they do it.
Staff can attest to feeling as though they are as much a part of the fun of being on vacation as the guests.
With our unique activity program, abundant amenities, and outstanding nightly entertainment, your family, friends, and co-workers are guaranteed to be engaged, energized, and enthusiastic! GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB We are looking for energetic, dependable, and enthusiastic performers to join our Halloween team as Haunted Walk Actors.
Haunted Walk Actors will work in a scene of our Haunted Walk by portraying monsters, ghosts, creatures, villains, and other Halloween characters.
SCHEDULE Must be available the following evenings: 10/8, 10/11, 10/13, 10/16, 10/20, 10/23, 10/27, 10/30 and 11/5 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
• Perform as an assigned character throughout the Haunted Walk.
• Scare, surprise, and entertain guests while maintaining a fun and safe environment.
• Remain in character throughout each performance.
• Learn assigned character movements, scare techniques, timing, and locations.
• Use voice, facial expressions, body movements, and improvisation to enhance the guest experience.
• Work with fellow actors to create effective scares and memorable scenes.
• Follow instructions from Haunted Walk supervisors and Entertainment staff.
• Arrive on time and prepared for costume, makeup, and pre-show meetings.
• Properly care for costumes, masks, props, and other equipment.
• Maintain awareness of guests and surroundings at all times.
• Immediately notify a supervisor of safety concerns, guest issues, damaged props, or other problems.
• Assist with setup, cleanup, and other Haunted Walk duties as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS/ABILITIES REQUIRED: • Energetic and enthusiastic • Dependable and punctual • Creative and willing to have fun • Comfortable interacting with guests • Able to take direction and work as part of a team • Willing to wear costumes, masks, and/or theatrical makeup • Comfortable working outdoors and in dark environments • Comfortable around theatrical fog, flashing lights, loud sounds, and other Halloween effects, as applicable • Able to stay in character while using good judgment around guests • Available to work evenings, weekends, and scheduled Halloween event dates EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Must be 18 years of age/Some High School or GED equivalent CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS This job requires no certificates, licenses, or registrations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Depending on the assigned character, Haunted Walk Actors may be required to stand or move for extended periods, lift up to 50lbs., walk on outdoor or uneven surfaces, bend, crouch, kneel, make repeated movements, and wear costumes, makeup, or masks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working at this job, the employee will be working outdoors in various elements and weather conditions, with moderate noise to above normal levels.
Haunted Walk Actors must follow all established safety procedures and instructions from supervisors.
Actors should never intentionally touch guests unless specifically permitted as part of an approved interaction, block walkways or emergency routes, use unauthorized props, or perform a scare that could unnecessarily put themselves or a guest at risk.
CULTUREWoodloch takes pride in having exceptional staff with a great work culture in a beautiful setting (lake side!)We promote teamwork and cooperationWe celebrate our staff with appreciation/holiday partiesCareer development and advancement BENEFITSMedical, Dental, and Vision for Full Time, Part Time and Seasonal employeesCompany-paid Life insurance for Full-Time employeesShort Term Disabilities plans, Life and Pet insurance401k with employer match529 College Savings PlanGenerous Paid Time Off package, Paid Sick & Paid FMLA Flexible & Dependent Care Saving Account (FSA)Complimentary birthday dollarsEmployee Crisis Fund/ Benevolent FundComplimentary Day PassesFree use of many facilities, sports complex discounts, golf discounts, wellness programsDozens of local employee retail discounts **Full benefit details will be disclosed during new employee orientation**