At a Glance
- Tasks: Bring joy to guests as a character entertainer in a fun, interactive show.
- Company: Join the exciting team at Shrek’s Adventure! London.
- Benefits: Earn a competitive wage, enjoy discounts, and get free attraction tickets.
- Other info: Flexible contracts available with opportunities for growth in a vibrant entertainment environment.
- Why this job: Use your acting skills to create unforgettable experiences for visitors from around the world.
- Qualifications: Must be between 5ft 11in - 6ft 4in with strong performance skills.
The predicted salary is between 14.04 - 14.04 £ per hour.
- What you'll bring to the team
- Costumer Character - Must be between 5ft 11in - 6ft 4in
Contract: We currently offer two contract options: 5 guaranteed hours per week or 25 guaranteed hours per week.
For the 25-hour contract, you must be available to work across all days of the week, including weekends and bank holidays, with shifts scheduled across 5 days.
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 4” 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
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience in acting or performance (theatre, immersive attractions, or similar)
- MUST be between the height of 5ft 11in - 6ft 4in
- 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
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