Pay Rates and Benefits for Cast Members

Starting Hourly Pay Rates

Costume Character ............................................	$ 11.35
Dresser ..............................................................	$ 11.35
ENT - TECH III ...................................................	$ 11.35
ENT-Seamstress II ............................................	$ 12.26
Musician ............................................................	$ 15.59
Performer ..........................................................	$ 13.24
Show Performer I ...............................................	$ 15.59

Entertainment opportunities with benefits ... what a concept!

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offers an excellent Health Care Program including medical, dental, optical, prescription drug plan and an Employee Assistance Program for full time employees.

Company paid holidays and vacation time are available to full time employees.

Cast members enjoy a fully equipped work out center, just for employees, and the services of our own staff massage therapist!

Company park tickets, family season passes, employee discounts on food and merchandise, as well as employee only food lines are more benefits to consider.

Company sponsored activities for holiday events, movie previews, and special promotions ... even more things to look forward to.

Mileage reimbursement may be provided to individuals driving to Tampa and relocating for employment. You may be required to re-pay the entire reimbursement amount if you fail to fulfill your entire employment contract. For details contact the Busch Gardens Tampa, Human Resource Department at (813) 987-5849.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is committed to the growth and continuing education of entertainment personnel. Cast members often receive additional performance opportunities at special functions, and promotions. Cross training opportunities in other theatrical areas may also provided. Many cast members are able to improve their talent with the guidance of our experienced staff, and with master classes and workshops.

Some of our alumni include: Philip McAdoo, who has starred on Broadway in "The Lion King," and is currently starring on Broadway in "Rent," Tyrone Jackson, in the national touring company of "The Lion King" and in an Old Navy national commercial, and Deanna Greene, on Broadway in "Smokey Joe's Cafe." Other alumni include Jennifer Bender in the "Louise Mandrell Show" and, Robert Dean in the national touring company of "Dora the Explorer - Live!"

For more benefit package information contact the Busch Gardens Tampa, Human Resource Department at (813) 987-5849

You must be 18 years old to apply. Busch Gardens is an equal opportunity employer and supports a safe and drug free workplace. Applicants will be subject to testing (both pre and post employment) for the presence of illegal drugs.