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Join Merlin Entertainments in New York as a Guest Experience and Behind the Scenes Shift Lead in this full-time role paying USD $21.50/Hr. You will oversee tours, act as Manager on Duty, coach frontline hosts, and create memorable guest interactions.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
  • BA or equivalent in Acting, Performance, Performing Arts, Theatre, or similar preferred.
  • Relevant performance, retail, hospitality, or food & beverage experience preferred.
  • Outstanding character acting, improvisational, and comedic skills.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Character Acting: Deliver memorable guest experiences using improvisational and comedic skills.
  • Guest Service: Provide outstanding visitor interaction and customer service-oriented support.
  • Voice Control: Project voice effectively through noisy environments using strong vocal ability.
  • Performance: Memorize and perform from rough script guidelines while portraying unique character personalities.
  • Potential transition routes: People from acting, theater, retail, or hospitality backgrounds may bring strong communication and guest interaction skills, alongside meeting the performance and customer service requirements.

Job description

What you'll bring to the team

The Guest Experience Lead will oversee all aspects that can elevate the guest experience including but not limited to: Behind the Scenes Experience, Guest Experience Roamer, and Street Team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the timely and smooth organization of Behind-the-Scenes tours

• Act as Manager on Duty when scheduled

• Coach, develop, and train frontline hosts

• Utilize hosts for streetmosphere-style interaction while the venue is open to guests

• Brainstorm ideas for new character backstories and create narrative experiences

• Ensure costumes and props are properly cared for, handled, and stored

• Support special events, PR stunts and activations, media appearances, and wax figure launches with celebrity talent

• Opportunity to appear in and create social media content

• The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive and may require undertaking such tasks as reasonably expected within the scope and grading of the role

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). A background in theatre (BA or equivalent in Acting, Performance, Performing Arts, Theatre, or similar) and relevant performance experience preferred. Experience in retail, hospitality, food & beverage preferred. Outstanding character acting, improvisational, and comedic skills to create unique, memorable experiences. Excellent visitor interaction and guest service skills; customer service-oriented demeanor; Ability to memorize and perform from rough script guidelines and quickly learn a character personality and backstory. Great facial/physical expression and body animation. Strong vocal ability and voice control to project through noisy environments.

Benefits

Benefits of Joining Merlin Entertainments! 🎉

🏥 Excellent Health Care Options: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.🌴 Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO): Enjoy well-deserved breaks to recharge!🎢 Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions. 🎡🏆 Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work!💼 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.📚 Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.🚀 Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!Ready to be a part of the magic? Apply today and start your adventure with Merlin Entertainments! 🌟✨

Pay Range

USD $21.50/Hr.

Apply now
Merlin

Guest Experience and Behind the Scenes Shift Lead - New York

New York
On-site
USD $21.50/Hr.

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