What are the responsibilities and job description for the Character Performer- Part Time, Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort position at Disney?
Job ID 1312849BR Location Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States Business Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort Date posted Oct. 06, 2025
Job Summary:
Disney Live Entertainment is seeking performers to portray specific costumed character roles within a height range to perform in costume, greeting with our Guests, sign autographs and pose for photographs at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort in South Carolina.
Disney Character Performers: 5’1” - 5’4” and 5’5” - 5'8.5" with slender to athletic builds and warm, engaging, and outgoing personalities. Official heights will be taken within the callback setting.
Character Performer roles receive a starting rate of $20.00 per hour.
Disney Character Performers: 5’1” - 5’4” and 5’5” - 5'8.5" with slender to athletic builds and warm, engaging, and outgoing personalities. Official heights will be taken within the callback setting.
Character Performer roles receive a starting rate of $20.00 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Performer should be willing to demonstrate high energy levels, a full range of body movement, basic improvisation, and guest interaction.
- These roles require wearing large body costumes, heads, and feet, and exposure to hot weather.
- Candidates must meet audition requirements and have the ability to meet movement and animation skill evaluations.
- Must be at least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States.
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Cross training expected in one of the following roles:
- Recreation - Cast Members rotate through various roles, including Lifeguard, Children's Activities, and Recreation Rentals.
- Front Desk/ Luggage Assistance - Front Desk Cast Members help bring those dreams to life by creating special memories and a home-away-from-home experience for each of our guests every day.
- Food & Beverage - Cast Members are focused on creating a magical and enjoyable dining experience at our indoor dining locations by taking orders, cash handling, food preparation, stocking condiments, and keeping the work location clean.
Basic Qualifications:
IMPORTANT: Please note that this position REQUIRES candidates meet one of the following height ranges:- 5'1" to 5'4" -OR- 5'5" to 5'8.5" ONLY
- You must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for this role.
- Full availability for any shift, three (3) days per week (Saturday is required), including nights, weekends and holidays.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bilingual preferred
- Full availability for any shift, seven (7) days per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays is preferred
Additional Information:
All our cast members enjoy a broad and very valuable range of benefits for being part of the Disney family! If you join the team, you can expect to receive:- Disney Aspire – an education program that covers 100% of tuition at network schools
- Discounted meals during work shifts
- Discounts at Hilton Head Island eateries such as New York City Pizza, Giuseppe’s, and Scott’s Fish Market
- Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after two weeks of employment
- Discounts on merchandise at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort and at Walt Disney World Resort
Salary : $20
