Immersive Performer
Starting: 04/08/2025
Part time hours over 7 days considered, with the opportunity for overtime
Fixed Term, 6 months initially with possibility of extension
£13.60 per hour
23 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Benefits include (on completion of probationary period):
● Friend & Family tickets to Wake The Tiger
● Discount in café and gift shop
● Pension contributions
● Cycle to Work & Climate Perks Scheme
● Access to a range of resources to support your physical and mental health, including access to our Employee Assistance Programme
● Group Life Insurance
● Income protection
● Ongoing development opportunities
Location: Wake the Tiger, 127 Albert Road, Bristol, BS2 0YA
Reporting to: Creative Development Co-Ordinator
VISION & VALUES:
INSPIRE - We inspire positive change through awe and amazement.
DISRUPT - We disrupt by taking risks and challenging convention.
BELIEVE - We believe action today can change the world tomorrow.
WHO WE ARE
We are a company with our roots in the South West who create immersive experiences for everyone, where art, storytelling, and purpose collide. We do this whilst balancing environmental and societal impact alongside profit to ensure we are part of a sustainable future.
THE ROLE
We are looking for positive and engaging individuals to join the Immersive Performance team to work in a fantastic immersive environment. The team is critical to bring the world of Meridia to life, provide narrative context and interact with visitors. As part of the team you will help us to engage with the public and deliver the story of Wake The Tiger to a wide audience, animating the space, entertaining and inspiring our visitors. Knowledge of the narrative and art is an essential element of the job as well as having an awareness of safety procedures. Training will be provided to ensure all staff have the information they need to give every visitor the perfect experience. This role will also require you to enhance the experience for special events, over and above general admission. Examples include, but are not limited to, After Hours adult evenings, private hire, birthday parties and school bookings. The successful candidate will need to be flexible, take direction and understand the needs of our visitors to deliver the creative vision of Wake The Tiger.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
● Structured improvised interactions with our diverse range of visitors
● Comfortable with wearing costume (to be provided)
● Engaging with the public in character at a level that is appropriate to a range of visitors
● Effective communication with the Creative department as well as the Operations department day to day ● Vigilance against intentional damage or theft to any part of the attraction
● Following set routes within a specific time period
● Assisting the Duty Manager in carrying out emergency evacuations as necessary
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Essential
● Energy, enthusiasm, and great customer service
● Be comfortable wearing a costume whilst interacting with guests
● Unflappable, flexible and adaptable to changes and feedback
● Excellent time management skills
● Fantastic communication skills
● Ability to stay in character and comfortable being on your feet for long periods of time
● Willingness to work weekends, evenings and public holidays
Desirable
● First aid trained
● Knowledge of BSL
● An understanding of other languages
● Experience working with a range of people including children, elderly and those with additional needs
● Drama/acting training
● Experience of working on events or venue hire bookings
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
At Wake the Tiger, we prioritise inclusive and fair recruitment practices. We value diversity in all its forms and welcome candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability status, age, or religion. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, so please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
APPLY
Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications/skills and more or less experience may apply. You can send your CV and covering letter, detailing specifically why you have the experience and passion to be our newest member of the Wake The Tiger team, to jobs@wakethetiger.com
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