What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fright Fest Stage Manager position at Six Flags Theme Parks?
Fright Fest Stage Manger
Job Type: Part Time - Seasonal
Pay Rate: Starting at $15 per hour (varies with experience)
Category: Entertainment
Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas
Next Interview Dates:
Saturday, July 13th from 2pm until 4pm (arrive anytime between 1:45pm & 4:00pm)
Friday, July 26th from 7pm until 9pm (arrive anytime between 6:45pm & 9:00pm)
JOB SUMMARY:
Six Flags Fiesta Texas is looking for qualified Stage Managers to operate haunted attractions, scare zones, and show productions for the 2024 Fright Fest season. The ideal candidate would have previous supervisor experience, be organized, self-motivated, encouraging, and be able to effectively lead a group of diverse Performers and Scare Actors for our Fright Fest season. This job is fun, challenging, and deals with both park guests as well as cast and crew members. Communication Skills are a must.
General leadership/ Haunted House/ Scare Zone and/or Theatre experience is a plus.
Arrive anytime between the posted Interview/ Audition hours to be seen. No advance registration necessary. Free parking for applicants is in the Employee Parking Lot area. After parking, sign in and enter through the Security Ranger Station. Bring your two forms of ID to speed up the process. If you have questions regarding what forms of IDs would be acceptable, please reach out to the Employment Center at (210) 697-5363.
WHAT WE PROVIDE:
This is a position at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, in San Antonio, TX. It features a starting rate of $15 per hour (depending on experience) with perks such as: Free entry to any Six Flags Park for all employees and a guest with each visit, additional complimentary tickets for friends and family, discounts on food and merchandise, flexible scheduling and daily and weekly pay available.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Supervise and run a Show Production, Haunted House, or Scare Zone
- Make sure performers are in full costume and make-up while in view of guest
- Pre-check all areas for cleanliness
- Monitor staffing levels
- Manage breaks as needed
- Ensure that all performers and Scare Actors are in their assigned location throughout shifts
- Monitor and report any technical issues
- Communicate notes from Entertainment Management to performers and/ or Scare Actors
- Ensure the safety of Guests and Team Members within their haunt/ attractions
- Manage Guest & Team Member concerns or issues
- Manage queue line areas and throughput throughout haunts or scare zones.
- Manage Gate Keepers and assist with guests issues as they arise.
- Perform other duties as assigned
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
- This position begins training and rehearsals in late August and works through the beginning of November.
- Must be able to work all operating days (Fridays – Sundays through the Fright Fest season – (additional dates may be added at a later date) from September 7, 2024 through November 3, 2024. Must be able to attend evening Fright Fest rehearsals – week of September 2nd, 2024. Must be available for training beginning mid-August.
- Any conflicts must be noted at the time of job application/audition/ interview. Rehearsals begin in late August/ early September. Please be aware that additional operating dates may be added throughout the season.
- Have a strong understanding of the importance of guest service, teamwork, communication, and workplace safety
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Leadership skills and a team player with a positive attitude
- Strong communicator with the ability to motivate a team and deliver quality results
- Must be able to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, including walking long distances, standing for long periods of time, lifting, etc.
- Working conditions include indoor, outdoor, all-weather, all times of the day/ evening
- Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
- Must be able to work near strobe lighting, fog, and other special effects
Next Interview Dates:
Saturday, July 13th from 2pm until 4pm (arrive anytime between 1:45pm & 4:00pm)
Friday, July 26th from 7pm until 9pm (arrive anytime between 6:45pm & 9:00pm)
For more interview information or upcoming Fright Fest Auditions & Interviews, please call the Entertainment Office at (210) 697-5583 or email bgonzalez@sftp.com.
While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate. Six Flags is a Drug Free Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested Candidates should apply online at Careers.sixflags.com
Park Location: San Antonio, TX - Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Salary : $15
