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Performer jobs are open across entertainment, theme parks, cruise lines, advertising, and live events, from entry-level contracts to principal and featured roles, with specializations in acting, dance, and vocal performance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are looking for men and women to portray multiple roles: princess, super heros, face painters, etc. If you have a passion for entertaining and engaging with children, this role is perfect for you.
Responsibilities
- Perform as various characters at events, parties, or shows
- Engage with guests through interactive storytelling and activities
- Maintain the essence and characteristics of each character portrayed
- Collaborate with other performers to create memorable experiences
Skills
- Strong public speaking skills to captivate audiences
- Excellent communication abilities to interact with guests of all ages
- Background in theater or performance arts preferred
- Experience working with children is a plus
Must have:
- Working vehicle to drive to parties, servicing mostly Ventura County
- Singing and acting experience a plus!
- Working with children - so must be patient and kind!
-Availability on weekend
PLEASE SEND HEADSHOT AND RESUME
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 - $100.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: On the road
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in performer jobs.
- Experience in acting, dance, vocal performance, or a combination of all three
- Physical stamina and ability to perform multiple shows per day or week
- Training in at least one performance discipline from an accredited program or conservatory
- Ability to learn and retain choreography, scripts, or musical material quickly
- Union eligibility or willingness to work under union or non-union contracts
- Professional headshots, a current performance reel, or an audition recording ready to submit
Tips for Your Performer Job Search
Tailor your resume to each role type
A dance captain audition and a commercial acting call want different things on paper. Lead with the physical skills, styles, and training most relevant to that specific listing, and cut everything that pulls focus from your fit for that role.
Build a reel that matches the work
Casting directors for industrial shows, theme park entertainment, and commercial work each have different expectations. Your reel should open with footage that mirrors the style of the jobs you're targeting, not a general highlights compilation.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists performer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Read contracts before every audition
Performer roles often specify union status, exclusivity windows, and residual terms upfront. Knowing whether a role conflicts with existing bookings or requires a union card before you're in the room saves you from a difficult conversation later.
Prepare character choices, not just skills
Many performer auditions in theme parks, cruise lines, and touring productions ask you to embody a specific character archetype, not just demonstrate technique. Arrive with a clear physical and vocal choice ready, even if the breakdown doesn't ask for one explicitly.
Follow up after callbacks strategically
Casting timelines for live entertainment contracts are often longer than corporate hiring. A brief, professional note after a callback reminding the team of your availability window is appropriate and keeps you visible without being intrusive.
Performer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most performers?
LifeSource Water Systems, OC Party Company, and Marriott International are hiring the most performers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to cluster around companies running large-scale live entertainment programs, touring productions, and experiential marketing campaigns.
How many performer jobs are remote?
About 0% of performer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most performance work requires an in-person presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include voiceover work, virtual event hosting, and motion capture projects where the final output is digital.
How do you become a performer?
Start by training consistently in your core discipline, whether acting, dance, vocals, or physical theater, through classes, workshops, or a conservatory program. Build a professional reel or demo recording and get professional headshots taken. Then seek out auditions through casting calls, open calls, and live entertainment companies, accepting smaller contracts early to build credits and industry relationships.
Can you get hired as a performer with little experience?
Yes, entry-level performer roles exist in theme parks, corporate events, cruise lines, and regional productions that specifically recruit candidates who show strong foundational skills and the ability to learn quickly. Demonstrating versatility across two or more disciplines, submitting a clean and focused audition video, and being available for short-term contracts all improve your chances when your professional credits are still limited.
What does the performer interview process look like?
Most performer hiring starts with a submission review, where casting evaluates your reel, headshots, and resume before inviting you to audition. In-person or video auditions typically include a prepared piece and a directed portion where you take notes or learn material on the spot. Final callbacks often involve a chemistry read, a physical assessment, or a full run-through with the production team before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to performer jobs?
You can find and apply to performer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your skills and availability, then apply directly to each listing.
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