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Merlin

Character Entertainer (Mascot/Costume)

Salary:  £14 per hour
Location:  London, SE1 7PB, UK
Location flexibility:  3 office days / week – HQ/Office-based roles. (On-site roles are fixed to a location.)
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Job Description

What you'll bring to the team

Character Entertainer (Mascot/Costume) - Must be between 6ft - 6ft 4in

Location: London

Contract: 25 guaranteed hours per week

Welcome to Shrek’s Adventure! London. Interested in joining the hilarious mis-adventure and using your acting skills to entertain our guests!? Are you 6ft - 6ft 4” and think you have what it takes to fill some (very) big, Ogre like shoes? If so please read the below!

What you'll be doing:

  • Delivering a high-quality meet-and-greet show that is interactive, fun, and of course, Shrektacular!
  • Being part of a unique, hard‑working, and thrilling Entertainments Team that brings the attraction to life
  • Creating a truly memorable experience for every guest who visits Shrek’s Adventure! London
  • Performing for over 100,000 heroes from all over the world during your time at the attraction
  • Using your theatrical skills every day while gaining valuable performance experience within a seasonal residency
  • Working alongside a team of actors and meeting new people within the industry
  • Developing operational skills alongside your performing, including learning show gags and timed performances
  • Supporting the smooth running of shows by maintaining energy, character focus, and performance quality

At Shrek's Adventure! London full flexibility is required including weekends and bank holidays.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Previous experience in acting or performance (theatre, immersive attractions, or similar)
  • MUST be between the height of 6ft - 6ft 4in
  • Due to the nature of this role we are only able to accept applications from candidates 18+
  • Strong character acting skills with confidence to perform in costume.
  • Ability to memorize scripts and stick to strict timings.
  • Excellent communication and guest interaction skills.
  • Physical stamina for high-energy performances throughout the day.
  • Team player with professionalism and reliability.
  • Bonus: Experience in entertainment, theme parks, or live events.

Benefits

Alongside the opportunity to perform to thousands of international guests in your residency, you’ll also receive:

  • Monthly Bonus based on guest satisfaction
  • 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants and 40% off LEGO online
  • Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
  • Discounted rates at Merlin hotels all over the world
  • Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Pay Range

GBP £14.04/Hr.

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Working at Merlin

3 office days / week – HQ/Office-based roles. (On-site roles are fixed to a location.)

A little flex time – varies by role

Company employees:

22,000

Gender diversity (m:f):

52:48

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Company benefits

Annual bonus
Buy or sell annual leave
Charity donation scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Employee discounts – Up to 40% LEGO Discount
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Eye Care Support
Family health insurance
Health insurance
Theme park discounts – free tickets to our attractions globally
Lunch and learns
In house training
Further education support
Open to part time work for some roles
Open to part-time employees
Mental health first aiders
Mentoring
Learning platform
Collaboration spaces
Modern office
Private booths
Employee recognition scheme
Volunteer days
On-site shower
Fully stocked snack cupboard
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