United Parks & Resorts
Seasonal Make-Up Artist - SeaWorld San Diego
United Parks & Resorts, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Seasonal Make-Up Artist - SeaWorld San Diego
Join United Parks & Resorts as a Seasonal Make-Up Artist for Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld San Diego. We’re passionate about caring for animals and delivering unforgettable experiences to guests worldwide.
What it takes to succeed
Prior makeup application experience is preferred
Must have FULL AVAILABILITY on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 1 – November 1, 2025
College degree in Theatre or related discipline (preferred but not required)
Minimum of 1 year of general experience in a theatrical environment
Must have knowledge of stage makeup
Must have the ability to apply multiple, pre‑designed looks
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Must be able to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of up to three hours, several times per shift
Position requires lifting/pushing/pulling a minimum of 40 pounds several times throughout a scheduled shift, this includes overhead lifting
Must be able to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubble, snow, scents, etc.)
Experience with wigs is a plus
Cosmetology or Esthetician experience is a plus
Experience with costumes is a plus
SFX makeup application skills a plus
Please prepare a portfolio or photo examples of your work
Compensation $17.50 USD per hour Compensation: 17.50 USD per hour
Responsibilities As a Make‑Up Artist for Howl‑O‑Scream, you will transform performers into terrifying characters using theatrical and special effects makeup in a fast‑paced, high‑quality environment.
Apply makeup for our Howl‑O‑Scream Terror‑Tories and monitor the makeup for the Maze performers, including specialty makeup and may extend into Show areas
Apply makeup on approximately 10–15 people per shift in 20‑minute application increments
Deliver all makeup to venues to be prepared for the weekend
Keep a hygienic workspace
Assist leadership in maintaining the approved HOS makeup designs
Follow all protocols for washing and caring for brushes and makeup products
Perform daily operational duties to assist the costume department, including covering open positions, communicating makeup changes, schedule changes, and other details, and sharing information with co‑workers and management
May spend any additional time in the costume shop learning costume‑related skills
Responsibility for maintaining quality standards, through assigned tasks, special events and show positions
Maintain park cleanliness, maintenance, and safety standards through all assigned tasks, including maintaining sanitization/disinfection protocols for a hygienic workspace
Other duties assigned
The perks of the position
FREE park admission
Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Scholarship opportunities
Exclusive employee events and giveaways
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Art/Creative – Entertainment Providers
EEO Employer SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
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What it takes to succeed
Prior makeup application experience is preferred
Must have FULL AVAILABILITY on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from September 1 – November 1, 2025
College degree in Theatre or related discipline (preferred but not required)
Minimum of 1 year of general experience in a theatrical environment
Must have knowledge of stage makeup
Must have the ability to apply multiple, pre‑designed looks
Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
Must be able to stand, sit or walk for extended periods of up to three hours, several times per shift
Position requires lifting/pushing/pulling a minimum of 40 pounds several times throughout a scheduled shift, this includes overhead lifting
Must be able to work in an environment with atmospheric effects (fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubble, snow, scents, etc.)
Experience with wigs is a plus
Cosmetology or Esthetician experience is a plus
Experience with costumes is a plus
SFX makeup application skills a plus
Please prepare a portfolio or photo examples of your work
Compensation $17.50 USD per hour Compensation: 17.50 USD per hour
Responsibilities As a Make‑Up Artist for Howl‑O‑Scream, you will transform performers into terrifying characters using theatrical and special effects makeup in a fast‑paced, high‑quality environment.
Apply makeup for our Howl‑O‑Scream Terror‑Tories and monitor the makeup for the Maze performers, including specialty makeup and may extend into Show areas
Apply makeup on approximately 10–15 people per shift in 20‑minute application increments
Deliver all makeup to venues to be prepared for the weekend
Keep a hygienic workspace
Assist leadership in maintaining the approved HOS makeup designs
Follow all protocols for washing and caring for brushes and makeup products
Perform daily operational duties to assist the costume department, including covering open positions, communicating makeup changes, schedule changes, and other details, and sharing information with co‑workers and management
May spend any additional time in the costume shop learning costume‑related skills
Responsibility for maintaining quality standards, through assigned tasks, special events and show positions
Maintain park cleanliness, maintenance, and safety standards through all assigned tasks, including maintaining sanitization/disinfection protocols for a hygienic workspace
Other duties assigned
The perks of the position
FREE park admission
Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
Scholarship opportunities
Exclusive employee events and giveaways
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Temporary
Job function Art/Creative – Entertainment Providers
EEO Employer SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
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