Scare Actor, Howl-O-Scream Auditions

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HOWL-O-SCREAM 2026 SCARE ACTOR AUDITIONS

Think you have what it takes to haunt the night?

Howl-O-Scream is back for 2026 and we’re looking for monsters, maniacs, creatures, and chaos-makers to join the fear! Whether you’re a returning fan favorite or brand new to the event, this is your chance to become part of the scream team.

🩸 LIVE IN-PERSON AUDITION EVENT
📅 Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Ports of Call

This isn’t just an audition — it’s the official kickoff to spooky season. Come experience the energy of Howl-O-Scream before the fear even rolls in.

What to expect:
• Photo ops
• Snacks & treats
• High-energy audition atmosphere
• Meet fellow scare actors and HOS fans
• Potential to get hired ON THE SPOT

Returning scare actors — we want to see you there! Bring a friend who’s ready to join the fear.

No acting experience? No problem. We’re looking for energetic performers who can commit to the scare and bring the streets to life on select event nights from September 18 – October 31, 2026.

Come loud. Come creepy. Come ready to scream. You never know who will come back this season.

What you get to do:

• Provide top notch quality production to our seasoned guests and first-time visitors for Howl-O-Scream Orlando.
• Give award-winning scare-event performances while maintaining creative integrity.
• Limited opportunities to participate in special events such as Howl-O-Sprint 5k.
• Enjoy employee discounts and complimentary tickets to all SeaWorld parks (except Discovery Cove).
• Make lifelong friendships and be a part of a legendary Entertainment Family.

What it takes to succeed:

• Our performers entertain our guests in various ways, including but not limited to actors, costume characters or specialty talent (such as stilt walking and bungee harness and slider performer).
• We look for outgoing performers who can also tell a story through their performance. Must have great showmanship.
• Must attend a live audition or submit a virtual audition.
• Be a team player and have a positive attitude.
• Participate in all physical and vocal warmups and cool downs.
• Ability to stand, sit, kneel, crawl, lay down, and/or jump up repeatedly for duration of shift.
• Flexibility in schedule but evening availability with shifts as late as 1:00am. Most shifts will have a start time between 5:00pm-6:30pm with an end time of 12:00am-1:00am.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• 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
   

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.