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Costume & Makeup Artist | Magic Springs Theme & Water Park
Position Type: Seasonal | Pay: Starting at $11.00/hour
Magic Screams opens Saturday, 9/26!
Transform the ordinary into the extraordinary—and the spooky—by joining our Magic Screams team as a Costume & Makeup Artist. This hands-on position is responsible for applying makeup, special effects, prosthetics, and assisting with costuming to ensure each scare actor is fully prepared for their role. From eerie beauty to gruesome realism, you'll create unforgettable visual characters that enhance the immersive fright experience for our guests. This position is perfect for creative artists who thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for all things Halloween.
Benefits:
- FREE team member season pass
- FREE bring-a-friend day tickets
- FREE and discounted admission to a network of parks/attractions nationwide
- Merchandise discounts
- Career development and leadership opportunities.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Apply theatrical and special effects makeup, prosthetics, and face/body paint to bring scare actors' characters to life.
- Follow face chart designs or approved creative concepts provided by supervisors.
- Assist actors with costume fitting, dressing, and adjustments to ensure comfort, safety, and show quality.
- Collaborate with performers and costuming staff to ensure a cohesive final look.
- Assist with quick changes or touch-ups during event operations as needed.
- Assist in tracking and organizing costumes, accessories, and makeup supplies.
PREFERRED SKILLS, REQUIREMENTS, AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Required:
- 18 years or older.
- Able to work weekends from September 26th through October 31st in the evenings.
- Have demonstrated skill in makeup application.
- Strong creativity, attention to detail, and consistency in executing character looks.
- Must be comfortable working in high-energy, fast-paced environments.
- Must have strong communication and teamwork skills.
Preferred:
- Prior experience in theatrical, film, or special effects makeup.
- Knowledge of costume preparation, fitting, and basic repairs.
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to walk, stand, and perform for up to eight hours a shift.
- Requires occasional kneeling and bending.
- Requires occasional reaching above shoulder, pushing and pulling.
- Requires occasional lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds.
- Requires manual and bi-manual dexterity, fine and gross motor skills, hand/eye coordination, corrected 20/20 vision, hearing and speech.
Salary : $11