Scare Actor at Scaregrounds PDX

Returning this fall to Oaks Amusement Park, ScaregroundsPDX will be bringing the scream back to Halloween! Featuring three haunted walkthrough attractions, rides and concessions by Oaks Amusement Park, Buried Alive! Experience and much more! ScareGrounds PDX is the largest and fastest-growing Halloween Event in the Pacific Northwest and has been featured nationally on CBS News, Good Morning America, and The Wall Street Journal. About Vendetta Productions LLC: ScareGrounds PDX is produced by Vendetta Productions LLC, a Portland OR based Production Design & Rental Company that offers a wide variety of specialty services for event, film, television, and exhibit. We utilize a wide variety of skillsets and trades throughout our projects which include: set construction/carpentry, cnc, welding, animatronics, sound, lighting, microelectronics, special effects, scenic painting, set decorating, and more. Location: Portland, OR Type: Seasonal / Part-Time Pay: Starting at $16.00/hr Bring the Fear to Life at ScareGrounds PDX! Do you love Halloween? Can you scream on cue, crawl like a creature, or give guests the chills with just a stare? ScareGrounds PDX — Portland’s largest and most terrifying haunted attraction — is hiring Scare Actors for the 2025 Halloween season! We’re looking for energetic, expressive, and reliable performers to join our cast of monsters, maniacs, and misfits. No acting experience? No problem — if you’re passionate about Halloween and willing to get weird, we’ll train you to terrify. Responsibilities: Portray a variety of characters in haunted houses, scare zones, or roaming roles. Use body language, voice, props, and timing to deliver scares and create an immersive experience. Take direction from attraction leads and managers to maintain consistency and safety. Stay in character while interacting with guests in a safe and professional manner. Wear costumes, masks, makeup, and prosthetics for long periods of time. Maintain energy and enthusiasm throughout long shifts in dark, foggy, or loud environments. Follow all safety protocols for both performers and guests. Requirements: Must be at least 16 years old (parental consent required for minors). Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work scheduled shifts without excessive absences. Comfortable working in low-light, foggy, or high-intensity settings. Able to stand, crouch, crawl, or perform physical movement for extended periods. Willingness to wear makeup, masks, and costumes (sometimes in warm conditions). Available to work evenings, weekends, and Halloween night (September–early November). What We Offer: Paid training and rehearsal time. A fun, supportive, and creative work environment. Complimentary event passes for friends/family. Opportunities for returning roles, featured characters, and growth in future seasons. A chance to be part of one of Portland’s most legendary Halloween experiences! How to Apply: Fill out our application at https://scaregroundspdx.com/jobs or email your interest to castatscaregroundspdx.com. Video auditions or in-person casting calls may be required. Click To Apply!!