Merlin Entertainments

Costume Character Performer

Location (Country-County-City) UK-West Midlands-BIRMINGHAM
Job ID
2025-7402
Employment Type
Guaranteed Hours (MGH)
Offer/Contract Type
Fixed End Date/Seasonal
Location Name
SEA LIFE Birmingham

What you'll bring to the team

Calling all future villagers!

Exciting news, friends! The world of Animal Crossing is coming to SEA LIFE Birmingham, and we’re on the lookout for cheerful, energetic Costume Character Performers to bring beloved characters like Isabelle, Tom Nook and K.K. Slider to life.

If you’re ready to create magical memories for our guests while spreading the cosy, welcoming vibes of Animal Crossing, then grab your net and join the fun!

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Become the heart and soul of Animal Crossing by embodying our iconic characters. Whether you’re welcoming guests as the ever-helpful Isabelle or spreading charm and wisdom as the iconic Tom Nook, you’ll make every moment unforgettable.
  • Interact with visitors of all ages through charming performances, photo opportunities and playful gestures (no speaking lines needed - your movements say it all!).
  • Add a sprinkle of magic to birthday parties, workshops and premium experiences, just like a true Animal Crossing villager.
  • Whether it’s a wave, a clap, or a curious tilt of the head, you’ll make every guest feel like part of the Animal Crossing family.

These are seasonal, fixed term positions. All our seasonal roles are offered on a flexible 5 minimum guaranteed hours per week, as availability of work may vary throughout the season.

Qualifications & Experience

  • To fit costumes perfectly, performers must be no taller than 170cm (5 foot 5).
  • Lots of experience working in a customer facing environment
  • Confident in using body language to tell stories and connect with guests.
  • Performance/drama experience (not essential).
  • High energy levels and charm.

Benefits

  • Monthly bonus based on guest satisfaction
  • 25% discount in our retail shops and restaurants
  • 40% off LEGO online
  • Merlin Magic Pass - giving you free tickets to all our attractions worldwide for you, your family, and friends every year
  • Employee pricing up to 55% off cinema tickets

If you have any questions or if you require any assistance, because of a disability or medical condition, please contact us by email at gatewayuk.recruitment@merlinentertainments.biz and one of the team will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Pay Range

GBP £11.54/Hr.

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At Merlin we welcome the world to our magical attractions and resorts every day and we want to reflect that same multicultural mix inside our business too. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse workplace where people can be themselves, have the same opportunities and thrive together. Because at Merlin, everyone matters!

Together, we work to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, no matter their age, race, gender, disability or sexual orientation. Although we understand that we'll always be learning and growing, we aim to be the most inclusive and flexible employer in our industry.