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    Childrens Entertainer

    Job Description: Our company is currently taking applications starting March 16, 2007 for a Professional Entertainer to work in a summer long childrens production. Only one position is available. The job will start in mid June and last through mid September. The job involves working with children on a daily basis performing 45 minute shows, three to four times daily. Our company contracts with state and county fairs in Washington State, Oregon, California, Idaho, and Montana. The job is very fun, interactive, and constantly changing.

    Job Requirements: Applicant must have experience as a professional Master of Ceremonies, Performing Artist, or have a formal Performing Arts Education. The applicants appearance must be "clean cut", only limited facial hair will be allowed. The applicant must be willing to work in a variety of outdoor environments and temperature ranges. Some days are hot! The applicant must be well rounded in a variety of talents and be willing to perform a variety of tasks. The job requires the entertainer to transport (company provides truck and trailer), set-up, maintain, and strike all equipment for each show. Truck and trailer driving experience is not required but helpful. The job requires lifting of heavy objects on a frequent basis. The applicant must be willing to work with children (ages 4-12) on an ongoing basis. The applicant MUST consider themselves a "people" person and enjoy working with the general public. Quality speaking skills are a must.

    Applicant Requirements: Applicants must be at least 23 years old. Applicant must have a clean driving record with no major infractions over the last five years. Applicants must successfully pass a drug test and criminal history check. The applicant must be in excellent physical health. The applicant must have a working cell phone and reliable transportation.

    Compensation: Compensation is ultimately determined by a number of factors and is paid every two weeks on a salary basis. All employees are paid as employees and "not" private contractors. Starting pay is $2600.00/mo. and could be greater based on experience. Employees are provided lodging while traveling. Employees are not provided meals.

    Application Process: The initial application process will be through e-mail communication. Please forward a resume, head shot, contact information, and any recent production photos/videos to tracker99@earthlink.net. Applicants considered will be contacted for a phone interview. We will make every attempt to contact applicants as quickly as possible and inform them of our progress.

    A Personal Note from the Business Owner: The opportunity provided here is fantastic and it is not often we have a position become available. I have been personally performing at our shows for many years and love the satisfaction I get from being a positive influence in a childs life. After every show it is common to have parents and kids come up and thank us for what we do and commend us for the opportunity we provide. We run a very professional and clean operation and are well known in the West for our quality personnel. If you have something special to offer in the form of a very dynamic personality but maybe you don't fit all the requirements listed then feel free to submit an application anyway. We are looking to add someone special to our staff. Someone that cares about quality work and providing a quality performance.
  • Peter Voice
    Moderator
    • Dec 2000
    • 1065

    #2
    Can you pls provide some more information, eg company name, website etc. For a short term contract the money is not very good, there is no mention of travel costs and we don't even know if you are insured. Four shows a day five days a week works out at $30 a show on your pay offer, minus transport costs, breakfast, equipment, ins. etc.

    Most applicants that can meet your requirements would also like to check if you can meet theirs.
    Every-one should watch their drawers!
    http://www.chalkcircle.com.au/

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    • Rich Potter
      Senior Member
      • Dec 2000
      • 187

      #3
      Quick web search turned this up, FYI:

      Fast Track Entertainment, Inc.
      7406 S. Craig Rd.
      Cheney WA 99004-
      Description: Kids Pedal Tractor Pull Competitions.
      Contact: Alan Bruess
      Phone: (509) 299-5257
      Primary Email: tracker99@earthlink.net
      Division: Entertainment Division
      Category: SM-Acts/Attractns/Educa.Prgrms

      I'm sure it's a decent gig for someone who needs experience. Hell, the Ringling show pays far worse to first year clowns.

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      • jeep caillouet
        Senior Member
        • Jan 2006
        • 752

        #4
        Sounds to me like a job! I'd rather chase women, drink beer, and play in the street.

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