Performer - Quidditch Player (Male Presenting) in Watford

Job Title: Performer – Quidditch Player (Male Presenting)

Department Name: Show Experience

Location: Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden

Reports to: Show Experience Manager

Overview

The role of Performer sits within the Show Experience Department at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, whose team members are key to creating an experience that exceeds visitors’ expectations at every step. This exciting role offers the opportunity to bring the Quidditch uniforms worn throughout the Harry Potter films to life - engaging with visitors, posing for photos, and creating magical experiences that visitors never forget.

WBD are seeking experienced and charismatic performers with strong acting, animation and improvisational ability, who are keen to engage with the world of Harry Potter and with to up to 7,000 visitors per day.

Note - no stunt experience is required.

Good availability throughout the run (beginning mid-Jan and ending mid-April) is required due to the nature of the role, the training commitments involved, and the fixed duration of the contract. All rehearsals and training must be attended by all successful candidates.

All applicants must be available for the following dates*:

• 28th – 13th November– Flexible For Auditions (weekdays)
• 3rd Nov – 9th Dec – Costume Fittings (1 hour slot on a weekday)
• 7th -8th January - Training
• 11th – 22nd January – Rehearsals
• 23rd January – 19th April – Full time availability required (4-5 days per week)

*There may be the opportunity to extend the contract into summer. This may be subject to a second audition closer to the extension date. Please register your interest upon application.

Role Responsibilities

Empower Storytelling

• Build excitement for Harry Potter through engaging interactions with visitors.
• Perform all direction with energy, characterisation and passion as guided by Show Experience Management.
• Ensure that presentation standards (costume, hair and makeup) follows guidance set by Show Experience Management and is of a consistently exceptional standard.

Dream It & Own It

• Time management is essential – be ready and prepared for all set showtimes.
• Hold pride for your workspace – keep a safe and tidy working area and green room space.
• Take due care of all assigned costumes, props and/or makeup, as directed by Show Experience Management.
• Adhere to and champion all guidelines and policies in accordance with WBD policies and procedures.

Act as One Team

• Work with a diverse and varied team of approximately 15-30 Performers, 140 Interactors, 9 Team Leaders, and 4 Department Managers.
• Respect and support each other at every step. Show generosity through a positive and constructive approach.

Create What’s Next

• Within this fast-paced role, approach change with curiosity and open-mindedness.

Champion Inclusion

• Actively listen and lead with empathy, integrity, and transparency.

Skills & Knowledge Required

• Strong skills in acting and performing is essential.
• Keen spatial awareness.
• Improvisational ability within clear character guidelines.
• Strong level of stamina required.
• To portray our characters, actors must convincingly portray a playing age of 13-18 years old.
• Height Requirement: 5ft 3" - 5ft 11"
• All performers must be comfortable styling their hair and/or makeup independently, with the guidance of Show Experience Management according to the requirements of the character they are portraying.
• Character presentation standards for this role include being clean-shaven for all shifts. We welcome applications from candidates for whom this may not be possible; please raise this at application stage so we can discuss available options.
• Any tattoos must not be visible.
• Hair must be of natural tone or willing to be dyed to a natural shade once the run begins.
• Comfortable being photographed and videoed by and with visitors.
• Comfortable handling props with a variety of shapes and weights.
• Able to contribute positively and enjoy working effectively as part of a large and varied team.
• Demonstrable ability to learn new skills and adapt to new situations within a visitor focused environment.
• Eagerness to exceed expectations and go the extra mile at every opportunity.

Terms & Conditions

• Performers will be required to work weekends as part of this working pattern. Weekend work includes both Saturday and Sunday. All working patterns will include weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Normal hours of work are between 9am and 8pm, but this will vary on a rotational basis.
• Performers will be required to perform for 5-10 minutes, every 20 minutes, with a short break in between each set. There may be the potential to perform light lifting and work outdoors in all weather conditions as you transfer from the green room space into your performance space.
• The performance area will contain large crowds, water-based smoke effects, show lighting and loud noises. Please ensure that you are comfortable working in these conditions before applying.