Universal Studios Summer Jobs: A World of Opportunities in Themed Entertainment

Universal Studios, renowned for its history of non-traditional casting, offers a plethora of summer job opportunities for individuals with diverse talents and backgrounds. These roles span from acting and singing to stunt performance and hospitality, all within the exciting realm of themed entertainment. Universal Studios prides itself on providing immersive, award-winning innovations that spark emotions and transcend reality.

Acting Roles: Bringing Characters to Life

A significant portion of summer positions at Universal Studios revolves around bringing beloved characters to life. The company seeks a wide array of actors to fill various roles, with opportunities available for different age ranges, skill sets, and cultural backgrounds.

DreamWorks Animation Characters

Prince Charming (Shrek): Male actors in their late 30s to 60s are sought to portray the self-loving Prince Charming from the Shrek franchise. Strong acting ability is a must.
Pre-Ogre Fiona (Shrek): Sweet, beautiful, and smart female actors aged 18-25 are needed to portray the pre-ogre Fiona. Strong acting ability is essential.

Classic Hollywood and Comedic Roles

Silent Screen Star: Actors aged 20-35, with a preferred height range of 163cm-171cm (5’4’’-5’6’’ft), are sought to portray a famous silent screen star from the early 1900s. Comedic pantomime actors with strong improvisational and physical clowning skills are highly desired.
Eccentric Scientist: An inventive comedic performer is needed to portray an eccentric, brilliant, and slightly unhinged scientist. Strong improvisational skills, confidence in delivering comedic material, and engaging directly with guests are essential. A flair for physical comedy and sharp timing is also crucial. Performers with strong improv backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. The role requires learning and performing a Mandarin/Japanese and English script.
1950s Starlet: Female actors aged 20-30 with strong acting abilities are needed to convey the subtle nuances of an American 1950s Starlet.

Wizarding World Characters

Glinda (Wicked): Comedic and charismatic female actors aged 18-25 are sought to portray the bubbly, charming Glinda from the Wicked franchise. Performers should bring Glinda's charm, humor, and 'heart-of-gold' to life. Singing and dancing skills are a plus.
Elphaba (Wicked): Female actors aged 18-25 are needed to portray the determined Elphaba from Wicked. Elphaba performers will bring to life her strength and vulnerability, capturing the warmth and complexity of her character in a fun and engaging way. Singing and dancing skills are a plus.

Other Acting Opportunities

Actors to portray famous silent screen star from the early 1900’s.
Seeking actors who can play late 30’s - 60’s years of age.
Cheerful female actors to play Penelope Tibeaux-Tinker Toothsome, a professor of chocolate creations.
Seeking actors to portray a playing age of over 40.
Seeking jolly actors to portray mid-30's and above.Must be able to speak English with a British accent.

Singing and Dancing Roles: Showcasing Musical Talent

Universal Studios also offers numerous summer positions for singers and dancers with diverse vocal ranges and dance styles.

Vocal Performance

Dracula: A captivating, charismatic, strong technical male dancer and strong pop singer is needed to play Dracula.
Pop Singers: Male singers who can play popstars and are comfortable with various styles of singing including one or more of the following: Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul, Rap and Pop-ballad.
Versatile Singers: Two singers that are opposite in every way to play iconic characters in a new show.
Rock-n-Roll Singer: A powerful, female, athletic rock-n-roll singer is sought.
Choral Singers: Highly skilled Tenor and Bass singers with choral and part-singing experience. Must look and be able to play high school age. Basses mainly perform vocal percussions (VP).
Choral Singers: Highly skilled Soprano and Alto singers with choral and part-singing experience. Must look and be able to play high school age.

Dance Performance

Ballet Dancer: BIPOC actors are strongly encouraged to apply. 167cm (5’6” ft) or taller who can play high school age.Strong ballet technique a plus.
Cheerleaders: Cute, energetic cheerleader types are needed.

Stunt Performers: Action and Adventure

For those with a passion for action and adventure, Universal Studios offers summer positions for skilled stunt performers.

Female Stunt Performers: Athletic and petite female stunt performers with acting skills and excellent upper body strength are needed. Acting, boating, and stunt experience are preferred.
Male Stunt Performers: Strong male stunt performers with acting skills are sought.
Imposing Figure: At 180cm tall, he is an imposing figure and is the Deacon’s enforcer.

Additional Requirements and Opportunities

Many of the acting and performing roles at Universal Studios share common requirements and potential opportunities.

Age Range: The roles often specify particular age ranges that the actors must be able to portray.
Language Skills: Mandarin and/or Japanese language fluency/experience is a plus for some roles, particularly those requiring the performance of Mandarin/Japanese and English scripts.
Additional Appearances: Performers may also appear in parades, seasonal and special shows, events, and greetings.
Non-Traditional Casting: Universal Studios is proud of its history of non-traditional casting.

Other Opportunities: Beyond Performance

Beyond performance-based roles, Universal Studios also offers opportunities in various other areas, such as:

Culinary and Hospitality

Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen: This 19th-century steampunk-themed venue offers opportunities in restaurant, bar, and confectionary settings.
Sports Restaurant: Sports fans can find opportunities in a restaurant experience immersed in the action of sports streaming on nearly 100 high-definition screens.

Universal Creative: Innovation and Design

Universal Creative is the division responsible for designing ground-breaking, immersive, award-winning innovations in themed entertainment. Their most recent project is the 4th theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, Universal Epic Universe.

Universal Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe nearly doubles the size of the Universal Orlando Resort property and features a theme park, an entertainment center, three hotels, shops, restaurants, and more!

Universal Beijing Resort

The world’s largest destination in the Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio, Universal Beijing Resort opened in Fall 2021. Universal Beijing Resort is the first theme park resort to earn the LEED Gold Certification for Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design.

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