• Legoland CA Costume Character

    LEGOLAND (Carlsbad, CA)


    What you'll bring to the team

    Position Summary:

    The Costume Character will serve as an easily recognizable “signature” representation of LEGOLAND California. Entertains guests and promotes LEGOLAND California on a daily basis throughout the park and at periodic off- site special events.

    Essential Job Functions

    + Provides entertainment, amusement, and interactive activities for guests at LEGOLAND California by taking every opportunity to interact with guests throughout the park. Exceeds guest service expectation.

    + Represents LEGOLAND California in the best manner possible by maintaining the integrity and artistic value of all presentations when performing in the park and on special events.

    + Performs in a full body costume for upwards of 40 minutes at a time. Performance includes stationary meet & greets and/or dancing.

    + Acts as a costume character escort, becoming the eyes, ears and voice of the character and building the relationship between character and guest.

    + Communicates with the Entertainment and Events Departments regarding the maintenance, care, and storage of all costumes.

    + Informs Lead or Supervisor of any problems, concerns or delays that may occur.

    + Follows all park, departmental, and facility procedures.

    + Cooperates with all Entertainment and park Model Citizens.

    + Learns and performs other roles and duties as required.

     

    Qualifications & Experience

    Background and Experience:

    Previous Costume Character experience is preferred. Experience in customer service field is required. Ability to move in and withstand wearing hot and heavy costume for up to 40 minutes at a time is necessary. Demonstrated enthusiasm and creativity. Requires the ability to skillfully and effectively communicate solely through action. Timeliness, thoroughness and the ability to adapt to situational changes is required.

    Physical Demands/Work Environment:

    This position involves constant moving, talking, hearing, reaching, grabbing, and standing for at least two consecutive hours. May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing ladders. Vision abilities include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Involves lifting at least 25 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. in some departments. Work typically performed outdoors in various weather conditions. If you have a disability and require accommodations, please contact the site HR team for additional information on potential options depending on the role.

    Education:

    High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

    Other Requirements:

    + Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to support park and event operations.

    + Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

    + Must be willing to travel periodically throughout Southern California for special events.

    + Various inside and outside locations with varying temperatures and floor surfaces must be tolerated

     

    Benefits

     

    What You'll Get...

     

    Alongside company paid holidays, you can also look forward to enjoying a great benefits package, free tickets to Merlin attractions globally and 30% discount in our retail shops and restaurants.

     

    Pay Range

     

    USD $19.00/Hr.

     

    Submit a Referral (https://hourlycareers-na-merlinentertainments.icims.com/jobs/8825/legoland-ca-costume-character/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-1834381883)

     

    At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

     

    Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.

     

    **Location (Country-State-City)** _US-CA-Carlsbad_

    **Job ID** _2025-8825_

    **Employment Type** _Part-Time_

    **Offer/Contract Type** _At Will (US Only)_

    **Location Name** _LEGOLAND California_

    **_Job Locations_** _US-CA-Carlsbad_