Character Animator

About the role

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is looking for a Character Animator to perform as a character in meet-and-greets and shows. The role covers both solo and group performances on stages of all sizes, including moving parts, and requires maintaining high-quality, rehearsed performances while prioritizing personal health and fitness.

Key responsibilities

• Perform as a character in meet-and-greets and shows, keeping quality high and staying healthy and fit
• Plan and carry out personal warm-ups and report illness or injury to leadership immediately
• Perform shows and sets according to the schedule, working as a character attendant who handles the set and crowd control
• Attend mandatory meetings and training, and be backstage ready at scheduled standby time
• Take part in warm-ups, rehearsals and cleaning sessions as required
• Care for costumes, shoes, undergarments and props, and report any damage immediately
• Follow company policies, dress code and code of conduct, and take part in performance evaluations
• Work across all Miral parks, properties and events when required

Required profile

• Higher secondary or equivalent education
• Previous professional stage or performance experience
• Physical strength to move in a full-body costume character
• Ability to learn and execute choreography
• Proficiency in English and ability to speak in front of groups
• Team player with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn new skills and roles
• Desirable: professional arts, theatre or dance training, theme park entertainment experience, animated mascot experience and customer service experience