Job Summary:
WHO ARE YOU?
Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at theatrical entertainment? Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love of the dance music space. Is this you? Read on…
WHO ARE WE?
Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction. The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.
Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac’s events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents. The company’s premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days. The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.
THE ROLE
From character performers to stilters, dancers, aerialists, puppeteers, fur characters, circus arts & specialty acts, Entertainment Cast Members at Insomniac create unforgettable memories for our headliners.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Greet & interact with headliners
Embody & stay in full character during performances
Maintain a high level of energy & crowd engagement
Pose for photo ops with headliners while fostering the Insomniac image
Help facilitate a team oriented environment
Interact courteously & professionally with headliners & staff at all times
Work effectively under high levels of pressure & demanding time lines
Must be able to wear a multitude of designated footwear, headdresses & other costuming elements for extended periods of time
Demonstrate elevated levels of stamina & endurance
Navigate & perform throughout large crowds
Complete assigned duties & rotations of checkpoints throughout the event
QUALIFICATIONS
Participants do not need formal qualifications, but are most desirable with a background in dance, theater & or general entertainment.
Must be 18 years of age
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Theatrical acting & dancing capabilities are required
Proficient talent in your chosen performance area
Energy, enthusiasm & people skills
Adaptable performance style to suit your costuming or audience
Able to accept direction and coaching with flexibility & adaptability
Physically able to walk & stand for extended periods of time in festival conditions
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
May work in drastic temperature climates
Must be willing to work during evening and weekend hours and travel to events as required
Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
HIRING PRACTICES
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.
Hiring Salary Range: $16.00-$32.00 an hour
Please note that the compensation information provided is a good faith estimate for this position only and is provided pursuant to the California Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements Law. It is estimated based on what a successful California applicant might be paid. It assumes that the successful candidate will be in California or perform the position from California. Similar positions located outside of California will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Insomniac takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position’s work location, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the California Law, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.