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American Dream Performer in East Rutherford, New Jersey
American Dream (https://www.americandream.com/) , developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail, and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream (https://www.americandream.com/) is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park (https://www.americandream.com/venue/dreamworks-water-park) , Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park (https://www.americandream.com/venue/nickelodeon-universe) , LEGOLAND Discovery Center (https://www.americandream.com/venue/legolanddiscoverycenter) , SEA LIFE Aquarium, (https://www.americandream.com/venue/sealifeaquarium) Big SNOW Ski Hill , Dream Wheel (https://www.americandream.com/venue/dreamwheel) – a 300-foot observation wheel overlook the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting soon such as The Game Room Powered by Hasbro (https://www.americandream.com/venue/the-gameroom) and G.I. Joe Laser Tag (https://bookings.gameroomad.com/package/GI%20JOE%20BATTLE%20STATION) . American Dream (https://www.americandream.com/) ’s immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue (https://www.americandream.com/the-avenue) – features Saks Fifth Avenue (https://www.americandream.com/venue/saks-fifth-avenue) , Hermès (https://www.americandream.com/venue/hermes) , Saint Laurent (https://www.americandream.com/venue/saint-laurent) , Dolce & Gabbana (https://www.americandream.com/venue/dolce-gabbana) , Carpaccio (https://www.americandream.com/venue/carpaccio) , a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzia (https://www.americandream.com/venue/aritzia) , H&M , PRIMARK (https://www.americandream.com/venue/primark) , Uniqlo (https://www.americandream.com/venue/uniqlo) , Sephora (https://www.americandream.com/venue/sephora) and Zara (https://www.americandream.com/venue/zara) ; as well as the Toys R Us (https://www.americandream.com/venue/toysrus) global flagship, the only standalone location in the U.S, and the world’s first and only “candy department store,” IT’SUGAR .
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KEY OBJECTIVE(S)
The main purpose of the Performer is:
To create an innovative and fun family entertainment utilizing specialized skills and abilities. Provide outstanding internal and external guest service at all times. Ensure a positive guest experience.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Entertain American Dream guests in a professional manner.
Ensure the safety of American Dream guests.
Perform to highest standards and act appropriately for family audiences.
Take direction from Team Leads and Supervisors.
Ensure safety of costumed characters while in an escorting role.
Maintain cleanliness of work environments both “onstage” and off.
May be asked to assist with set up and tear down of special events.
Regular, reliable and consistent attendance.
Additional duties as assigned.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Represent American Dream with the highest degree of professionalism.
Good listening skills when dealing with guests, coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to work as part of a team and in collaboration with other departments.
Able to work within the character costume, i.e.: not claustrophobic or overly sensitive to excessive heat.
SEEKING
Non-Equity performers aged 16 and older between the heights of 4’11-6’3. Theme Park, cruise ship, and dance experience are a plus. All performers must be local to the NY/NJ area and must have reliable transportation.
This position is part time, and the pay is $17/hour.
No housing provided
In addition to your application submission, you MUST submit the following via email to entertainment.supervisors@americandream.com
Your CV/resume (including contact information, height, special skills, and past performance experience)
Your headshot
A full body picture
Availability through the end of 2026
Video reel of performances (optional)
PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Stand/move about –Frequently, 90%
Kneel/crouch– Periodically, up to 40%
Reach at or above shoulder level – Frequently, 50%
Reach at or below shoulder level – Frequently, 50%
Handle/lift large items such as boxes or packages – Daily
Bend/stoop/squat – Frequently, 50%
American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Details
Job Family AD
Pay Type Hourly
Hiring Rate 17 USD