2023 Fright Nights Actor | Vancouver, BC | Pacific National Exhibition

Job Description: Wage & Pay Grade: $18.00/hour (PG 72) plus 10% in lieu of benefits and vacation Operational days: October 6th – October 31st Must be available for training and may be required to work evenings as late as 1am Date Posted: July 25th, 2023 Who we are… The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. This 113-year-old, non-profit organization has an annual operating budget of over $70 million dollars and generates revenue through four activity streams: the 15-day annual summer Fair and winter Fair which average more than 700,000 people annually, Playland amusement park which welcomes 400,000 guests annually including Fright Nights, and a busy year-round portfolio of events including concerts, trade shows and film, cultural and community events. In total we bring over 2 million people through the site each year. The fourth activity stream is park care and facility maintenance. The PNE is proud of the work it does at Hastings Park and has a vibrant team that is passionate about events, guest experience and delivering memorable experiences. At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees, or the community. Fright Nights at the PNE is Western Canada’s Scariest Haunt, having multiple Haunted Houses and other attractions on-site in Playland. The PNE is looking for Front of House Attendants – Fright Nights that have a passion for the Halloween events industry and the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE). We are looking for a talented individual to join our Fair and Festivals Operations Production Team to help us scare the wits out of our Fright Nights guests! The Haunted Attractions Cast Members of the FFO Department will work under the direction of the Production Managers & Supervisor and will dress up in costume and act out an assigned role. Cast members will be provided with safety training, costume and make-up and they will work in compliance with all health and safety requirements as determined by WorkSafeBC, and all other applicable legislation and company policies. Why join our Team? Exhilarating and fun-loving culture Opportunity to enhance your actor training with the unique and niche world of scare acting Staff discounts for Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships! What will you do this year? In your role as an Actor within out Haunted Attractions, your primary accountabilities will be to: Maintain performance standards at the highest level of professional expectations Always maintain a positive rapport with guests and staff Assist in maintaining a fully immersive environment for guest Use improvisational acting to scare and entertain guests within the attraction Use full body movement, speech, and gestures to scare and entertain guests within the attraction Provide an entertaining and safe experience to all guests Provide professional guest service, and working with guests of all ages Work well in a fast-paced environment Available Roles: We are looking for talented energetic individuals to fill the following positions and specific character roles inside and outside of their correlating themed attractions: Large intimidating demons Evil, menacing, and creepy clowns Undead Victorian family members Human form reptiles, insects, and animals Deformed boogeymen Possessed dolls (ability to portray seemingly unnatural body movements an asset) Other varied roles as need What else? Completion of Grade 11 by September 1, 2023, required. Current related Acting experience or education, including a high school drama program. Previous theatre background an asset Ability to wear a costume (including face mask, face paint, latex, silicon and/or make-up.) Ability to work in dark and potentially confined spaces Ability to spend a large part of the workday walking and standing. Ability to function both independently and in a team environment. Knowledge of the Halloween Industry considered an asset Love of Halloween/horror considered an asset Must be comfortable with gore and the macabre Good communication skills and strong interpersonal skills Must be able to work in all weather conditions Must be able to work extended hours and workweeks as required throughout the month of October Who are you? Talented performer Passionate Proactive Committed Where and when to APPLY? Auditions will be held on the PNE site on Monday, August 21 & Monday, August 28 Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume/cover letter before Sunday, August 6. We look forward to hearing from you! The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca .