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Princess & Character Performer
Chicago bubble —Chicago, IL
- $60 - $90 an hour
- Part-time
- Driving
- Children
- Travel
- Flexible schedule
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Superhero Character Actor – Kids’ Events
Characters for Parties —Wheaton, IL
- $75 - $85 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- Reliable transportation
- Outdoor work
- Mileage reimbursement
- Flexible schedule
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Children’s Character Performer – (Chicago)
Characters.io —Warrenville, IL
- $75 - $85 an hour
- Part-time
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
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Superhero Actor - Chicagoland/Chicago
Characters.IO —Warrenville, IL
- $85 an hour
- Temporary
- Experience working with children
- Children
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
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Costumed Character Performer (Part-Time)
Baylis Hospitality —Saint Charles, IL
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with children
- In-person
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Entertainment Performer
Santa's Village LLC —East Dundee, IL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Seasonal
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid time off
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Make Up Artist
Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group —Schiller Park, IL
- $17 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
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Princess & Character Performer
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Children’s Character Performer – (Chicago)
Characters.io —Warrenville, IL
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Princess & Character Performer

Chicago bubble
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Part-time
$60 - $90 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Driving

Full Job Description

Kids Wow Show | Chicago & Chicagoland | Part-Time / Event-Based

Job Overview

Join our entertainment team as a Princess & Character Performer, where your acting talent and personality will bring beloved characters to life for children and families!

Kids Wow Show provides Princess and Character entertainment for birthday parties, private events, community events, and special celebrations throughout Chicago, Chicagoland, and surrounding areas of Illinois.

We are looking for experienced performers who already have a background in theater, acting, children’s entertainment, character entertainment, or similar performance work.

This is a paid, flexible, event-based position and a great opportunity for actresses and entertainers who enjoy working with children and would like to continue performing as Princesses and Characters.

Compensation

$60–$90 per 1-hour event

This is a flat event rate, not an hourly employment rate. The rate is based on the individual event and may vary depending on the character, event requirements, experience, and location.

Additional opportunities may be available for longer events and other Kids Wow Show programs.

Responsibilities

Perform as designated Princess or Character while maintaining character integrity throughout the event
Bring characters to life through acting, voice, movement, and personality
Interact with children and families in a friendly, positive, and engaging manner
Lead age-appropriate games, activities, storytelling, and character interactions
Participate in dancing, singing, and other interactive activities when appropriate for the character
Take photos and create memorable moments with children and families
Stay in character throughout the performance
Follow character guidelines, event instructions, and performance expectations
Participate in occasional rehearsals, costume fittings, and training
Maintain a professional appearance and presentation while in costume
Work independently at different event locations while representing Kids Wow Show professionally

Who We’re Looking For

Previous performance or entertainment experience is required.

We are looking for candidates with experience in:

Theater or acting
Musical theater
Children’s entertainment
Princess parties
Character entertainment
Dance or singing
Live performances
Improv
Cosplay or character work
Other professional entertainment

We are especially interested in performers who have already worked as Princesses, Characters, Actors, or Children’s Entertainers and would like to take on additional character roles.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is:

Energetic, expressive, and charismatic
Confident interacting with children and families
Comfortable performing in front of groups
A strong improviser who can think on their feet
Comfortable staying in character
Warm, friendly, and engaging
Reliable and punctual
Professional and responsible
Comfortable wearing costumes, wigs, and stage makeup
Comfortable with singing, dancing, or movement when required by the character
Available primarily on weekends
Comfortable traveling to different event locations

Resume Required

Please submit a resume with your application.

We strongly prefer candidates who can provide a resume showing previous experience in theater, acting, entertainment, children’s events, dance, singing, or character performance.

A performance reel, portfolio, or professional photos are also welcome.

Costumes & Materials

Kids Wow Show provides the character costumes and necessary performance materials.

Depending on the character, this may include:

Costume
Wig
Accessories
Props
Music
Character guidelines
Activity materials

Training and character guidance will be provided as needed.

Local Travel Required

This is a mobile entertainment position.

Our events take place throughout Chicago, Chicagoland suburbs, and other parts of Illinois. You may perform at private homes, event venues, community centers, parks, schools, and other event locations.

Reliable personal transportation is required.

You must be comfortable driving to different locations for individual bookings. The exact event location will be provided before each booking is accepted.

Flexible Event-Based Schedule

Most events take place on weekends, especially Saturdays and Sundays, although weekday opportunities may also be available.

You will have the opportunity to accept events based on your availability.

This position can be a great fit for:

Actors
Theater students and graduates
Dancers
Singers
Experienced children’s entertainers
Princess performers
Character performers
Professional entertainers looking for flexible weekend work

How to Apply

Please submit:

Resume
Brief introduction
Previous acting, theater, or entertainment experience
Any Princess or Character performance experience
General weekend availability
Areas of Chicago/Illinois you are comfortable traveling to
Performance reel or portfolio, if available

Selected candidates may be invited to a short audition or interview.

If you love performing, working with children, and bringing characters to life, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $60.00 - $90.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location: On the road

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