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Merlin Entertainments

Manages branded visitor attractions and parks

Guest Experience and Behind the Scenes Shift Lead

Hotel Guest ServicesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • Outstanding character acting, improvisational, and comedic skills to create unique, memorable experiences.
  • Excellent visitor interaction and guest service skills, with a customer service-oriented demeanor.
  • Ability to memorize and perform from rough script guidelines and quickly learn a character personality and backstory.
  • Strong facial and physical expression and body animation.
  • Strong vocal ability and voice control to project through noisy environments.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure the timely and smooth organization of Behind-the-Scenes tours.
  • Act as Manager on Duty when scheduled.
  • Coach, develop, and train frontline hosts.
  • Utilize hosts for streetmosphere-style interaction while the venue is open to guests.
  • Brainstorm ideas for new character backstories and create narrative experiences.
  • Ensure costumes and props are properly cared for, handled, and stored.
  • Support special events, PR stunts and activations, media appearances, and wax figure launches with celebrity talent.
  • Appear in and create social media content.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • A background in theatre, with a BA or equivalent in Acting, Performance, Performing Arts, Theatre, or a similar field, and relevant performance experience is preferred.
  • Experience in retail, hospitality, or food and beverage is preferred.

About the Company

Merlin Entertainments

Manages branded visitor attractions and parks

Merlin Entertainments operates a global portfolio of branded visitor attractions, including theme parks and experiences. It owns and runs properties such as LEGOLAND Parks, Sea Life centers, The Dungeons, Madame Tussauds, and the London Eye, combining rides, shows, and interactive experiences to attract paying visitors. The company grows by acquiring and integrating well-known brands and venues, then operating them as unified, brand-driven experiences across multiple countries. Its competitive edge comes from scale, a diverse mix of world-famous brands, and a track record of expanding via strategic acquisitions to create a broad, international attraction network. The goal is long-term growth and value creation by expanding its branded attractions footprint and improving operating performance, while staying private to focus on sustained development rather than quarterly market pressures.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Poole, United Kingdom
Founded
1999

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