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WEEKEND COSTUME CHARACTER (MASCOT) - job post

Merlin Entertainments
3.5 out of 5 stars
London
£14.04 an hour - Part-time, Fixed term contract
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Job details

Pay

  • £14.04 an hour

Job type

  • Fixed term contract
  • Part-time

Shift and schedule

  • Weekend availability

Location

London

Benefits

Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee discount

Full job description

What you'll bring to the team

Costume Character - Weekends
Location: London
Contract: This is an 8-month contract that includes working weekends.

Welcome to Shrek’s Adventure! London. Interested in joining the hilarious mis-adventure and using your acting skills to entertain our guests!? Are you 5ft 11" - 6ft 3” and think you have what it takes to fill some (very) big, Ogre like shoes? If so please read the below!


What you'll be doing:


  • Delivering a high-quality meet-and-greet show that is interactive, fun, and of course, Shrektacular!
  • Being part of a unique, hard‑working, and thrilling Entertainments Team that brings the attraction to life
  • Creating a truly memorable experience for every guest who visits Shrek’s Adventure! London
  • Performing for over 100,000 heroes from all over the world during your time at the attraction
  • Using your theatrical skills every day while gaining valuable performance experience within a seasonal residency
  • Working alongside a team of actors and meeting new people within the industry
  • Developing operational skills alongside your performing, including learning show gags and timed performances
  • Supporting the smooth running of shows by maintaining energy, character focus, and performance quality

Availability to work both Saturday and Sunday is a requirement for this role.


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Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience in acting or performance (theatre, immersive attractions, or similar)
  • MUST be between the height of 5ft 11in - 6ft 3in
  • Due to the nature of this role we are only able to accept applications from candidates 18+
  • Strong character acting skills with confidence to perform in costume.
  • Ability to memorize scripts and stick to strict timings.
  • Excellent communication and guest interaction skills.
  • Physical stamina for high-energy performances throughout the day.
  • Team player with professionalism and reliability.
  • Bonus: Experience in entertainment, theme parks, or live events.

Benefits

Alongside the opportunity to perform to thousands of international guests in your residency, you’ll also receive:

  • Monthly Bonus based on guest satisfaction
  • 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% off LEGO online
  • Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
  • Discounted rates at Merlin hotels all over the world
  • Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.


Pay Range

GBP £14.04/Hr.
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