BE THE
NIGHTMARE FOR 2025...

Monsters, weirdos, scream machines—bring the chaos. 20 nights. Haunted prison. Paid.

Want to join but don’t feel like acting? Great! We need support staff as well to make this whole thing operational. You can fill out both the actor and support positions and if hired we will place you where you best fit.

Apply For Actor Position Apply For Support Position

Also mark your calendars for auditions! Audition dates are Friday, August 22nd and Friday, August 29th (times TBD). Please plan on arriving to either one of those dates after you fill out either application. We will email you with exact times and location of auditions after you apply.

JOBS AVAILABLE

Actors

‍Perform as monsters to entertain and scare visitors.

Requirements: Wear costume with special FX makeup, no monologue needed, and no experience necessary.

Experience in acting or improv classes is a plus.

Support Staff

Bartender (21 +) – Serve our pre-packaged canned beverages at the Shiv Saloon bar or the VIP bar, verify IDs, keep the station spotless, restock inventory, and close out nightly cash/credit sales while maintaining a fun but responsible atmosphere.

Usher / Crowd Control Greet guests, answer quick questions, enforce rules, pace groups at entry points, keep pedestrian traffic flowing

Parking-Lot Attendant – Flag cars, guide them into marked spaces, guard fire lanes, direct guests to the box office, keep perimeter lighting on, and report any suspicious activity or vehicle issues.

Waiver Checker (bring your own laptop) – Set up the digital-waiver station, verify each guest’s e-signature, issue wristbands or stamps, troubleshoot wi-fi hiccups, and sync completed forms to our cloud database in real time.

Ticket Scanner – Scans guest tickets and issues wristbands or stamps, available to answer guest questions, troubleshoot ticket scanning roadblocks.

Merch or Midway Game Attendant – Run the merch booth or carnival-style games outside the haunt, explain rules, take payments, award prizes, reset props, upsell merch, and keep the midway energy high.

Tour Guide – Lead VIP or behind-the-scenes tours, deliver a short scripted lore segment, control group pacing, answer questions, and hand guests off smoothly to the attraction entry team.

Photo-Op Attendant – Pose guests with themed props, operate the DSLR/booth software, upsell digital or print packages, sanitize gear between uses, and manage the photo queue to keep wait times low.

Front of House Lead– Oversee all ushers, photo, and game staff inside the yard; create and adjust break schedules on the fly; step in for guest-service escalations; and report nightly throughput and issues to management.

Requirements: Positive attitude, commitment to exceptional customer service, team shirt or possible costume.

Makeup / Costume

Positions: Dress and aid cast of 30-40 performers

People-oriented, problem-solving, fast-working, sewing, and fabricating skills, ability to lift 30 lbs, initiative, and independence.

Experience in costuming is a plus; portfolios welcome.

Volunteer Jobs before season: Want to be involved but not know how to fit in, you can jump in on deco, build or tech right now.
APPLY FOR DARK CORNER ASSISTANCE
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Specialty performers, i.e. Acrobatic, Fire Dancer, Reach out to us at info@darkcornerhaunt.com
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Questions? Contact Holly at (404) 805-1617 or email info@darkcornerhaunt.com

Casting Call / Auditions FAQ

Q: What is the pay rate?
A: Positions and pay rates are based on experience and availability ranging from $12-$15 / hour. Volunteer positions are available if paid positions get filled.
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Q: What do I need to bring to auditions?
A: Please bring your drivers license or state ID. A water bottle is recommended.
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Q. What do I need to wear?
A. Please wear comfortable clothes and close-toed shoes that you can easily move in.
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Q. What will I need to do?
A. If applying for an actor position: Actors will be called in to perform acting exercises and move around. Then actors may be brought in individually or in small groups to show us your best scare.. You will be asked to fill out an application and calendar of availability if you haven't done so already online. You will also have your picture taken so we can attach it to your application.
If applying for a support position: You will be interviewed based on the specific position you are applying for. Additional important information and safety instructions may be provided.
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Q. Do I need to be experienced?
A. Experience is helpful but not required. For actors, we ask you to play some improv games and do some silly movements. For support staff we are looking more for dependable and positive people. A good attitude and willingness to try things is what is important.
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Q. How old do I need to be?
A. You must be at least 18 to apply. Positions, pay rate, and internships will be determined at auditions. Anyone younger than 18 are accepted on a strict case by case bases.
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Q. What is the time commitment if I am hired?
A. Call time can be anywhere between 3pm - 6pm every day we are open. That call time changes based on your position inside or outside of the haunted house. You will learn of your specific call time at Monster Bootcamp, but if you have restrictions we may be able to accommodate. When you share with us your availability you are expected to work the days you selected. There will be scheduled training and safety days required before opening night. To see what days the haunted house will be open this season, click here.
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Q. Do I need to attend the training days and acting classes?
A. Yes. Our training days (Monster Bootcamp) and rehearsal days prepare you to be ready for opening day. We also take safety seriously. Training days cover all the information you need to keep yourself, your fellow monsters and the audience safe.

Q. How do I travel to Dark Prison Haunted House?
‍A. You are expected to find your own travel accommodations to arrive at your call time to Dark Prison Haunt. We highly encourage fellow monsters to carpool together if possible.
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For any other questions, email info@darkcornerhaunt.com or text Holly @ 404.805.1617

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JOBS AVAILABLE

Casting Call / Auditions FAQ