Job Description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE YOU?

Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at theatrical entertainment? Then youre 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.

Throughout our 20-year history, Insomniac has produced almost 400 festivals, concerts and club nights for over 4 million attendees in California, Colorado, Florida, Nevada, New York, Texas, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, with expansions into Brazil, Japan and India. Insomniacs premier annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the largest multi-day music festival in North America, and attracted more than 400,000 fans over three days in May 2019. 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.