Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers bringing our characters to life, the
creators bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role…
The role of Performer sits within the Show Experience Department at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, whose team members are key to creating an experience that exceeds visitors’ expectations at every step. This role is an exciting opportunity to make your
‘Dark’ Mark whilst performing as a Death Eater during our Dark Arts Feature this Halloween period.
We are seeking performers with strong movement and characterisation skills to bring the world of Harry Potter to life for up to 7,200 visitors daily.
Your Role Accountabilities…
- Build excitement for Harry Potter through energetic and passionate performances, following all set choreography and direction from the Choreographer and Show Experience Management.
- Ensure costume and appearance consistently meet exceptional standards, taking care of all assigned costumes and accessories as guided.
- Be punctual and fully prepared for all showtimes; keep workspaces and green room areas clean and safe.
- Collaborate respectfully with a large, diverse team; support and uplift others with positivity, empathy, and integrity.
- Embrace change with enthusiasm and adhere to all WBD policies and procedures, championing best practices in every aspect of the role.
Qualifications & Experience…
- Strong skills in performing and acting through movement is essential.
- Experience in dance, stage combat, or martial arts is highly desirable.
- Ability to contribute positively and enjoy working effectively as part of a large and varied team.
- Must be comfortable performing in full head coverings and masks, and working with special effects (e.g. pyrotechnics, smoke, strobe lighting, loud noises)
- Experience working within crowded environments and with special effects desirable.
- Demonstrable ability to learn new skills and adapt to new situations within a visitor focused environment.
- Eagerness to exceed expectations and go the extra mile at every opportunity.
Working Pattern…
Applicants must be available to work 4 or more days per week for the full contract period (5th Sept – 9th Nov); part-time or extended leave is not permitted.
Mandatory Dates To Consider
- Costume Fittings: 1-hour weekday slot between 18th – 29th August
- Training & Rehearsals: Must attend all sessions for training on August 15th and 3rd – 11th September, on-site at WBSTL
Auditions
- Initial auditions: 21st – 25th July
- Potential recalls: 28th July – 1st August
In-person only – self-tapes will not be accepted
- Must be available to work 4 days per week, including weekends (Saturday and Sunday) and Bank Holidays
- You will be performing a demonstration every 30 minutes, with short rest breaks between each performance
- May involve light lifting and moving outdoors in all weather conditions between green room and performance space
Application Process…
Please apply using an acting/ performer CV.
You will be provided a short video to learn the art of ‘Wand Combat’. Please be prepared to submit a self-tape performing these moves as instructed.
Onsite Working - This role is advertised as Onsite, meaning all working hours and days (regardless of shift pattern) will be carried out at the place of work. Subject to any applicable laws, WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement, where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
