Entertainment Performer

Entertainment Performer
Opportunities

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for performers to join us at Lancashire's Favourite Farm, Mrs Dowsons Farm Park.

Mrs Dowsons Farm Park creates seasonal events focused on high-quality family entertainment. Whether it is performing within unique character experiences in the entrance courtyard, engaging with the guests in live street theatre, presenting interactive educational adventures or performing as a mascot character, we are seeking experienced professionals to join our Entertainments Team!

Competitive Rates of Pay engaged on a freelance basis.

Mrs Dowsons Farm Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all employees to share this commitment

Position Requirements

Quite simply, you'll be working in our fast-moving, high energy environment and we’re looking for a genuine smile plus an ability to connect with visitors and make them feel valued. This post is for those able to work weekends and school holidays, starting before 9 am and being able to work up to 7 pm, as part of a rota.

Position Attributes

To join us as an Entertainment Performer you’ll need to be confident in approaching and dealing with visitors. Friendly, courteous and helpful behaviour will come naturally to you and you’ll work well as part of a team or performing alone. Effective communication skills such as attentive listening, face-to-face verbal communication and eye contact are a must. You’ll also need to understand the importance of maintaining high-performance standards. The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst remaining in character for extended periods of time is essential. Finally, your appearance should be smart, clean and approachable.

Previous experience as a performer is desirable but not essential.

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Self Employed - Contract - Fixed Term