Also called: Character Handler, Character Host
Escorts costumed characters at theme parks, managing photo lines and keeping them safe.
A character attendant guides a costumed character to a meet-and-greet spot, manages the line, and keeps guests from crowding or hurting the performer.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. A high school diploma or working toward one; parks train you on the job in guest service, photo lines and character safety.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average. Steady.
Low risk for 10 years. Managing photo lines and keeping characters safe is in-person guest work.
Age 16+. One way to start: Apply at theme parks for character attendant or entertainment host roles; training is on the job
Classes: Speech, Theater, Physical education, Health science.
Official data: O*NET occupation 39-3091.
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