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Photographer (18 Years Old +), Seasonal, Sesame Place California
TEMPORARYSan Diego

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Location

San Diego

Type

TEMPORARY

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About this role

SEASONAL POSITION

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

This is a seasonal role
 

Please note: We are not accepting J-1 Visa students at this time and do not sponsor visas at our park. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of their interview and will be required to provide proof of work authorization upon hire. Please ensure you are available to attend an in-person interview at the date and time you select, as exceptions cannot be made to this requirement.

What you get to do:

You’ll help guests turn their wonderful park memories into fun, lasting photographic imagery. We’re looking to you to provide exceptional guest service while answering any questions guests may have about their experience. You will:

  • Greet and interact with guests, answer questions and resolve guest issues
  • Actively approach guests to encourage group or individual photos
  • Take high quality images
  • Direct guests on how to view and purchase photos
  • Process and edit photos using computer software
  • Sell retail merchandise and photos when assigned
  • Keep all assigned areas clean and organized
  • Perform other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • High school diploma
  • Outgoing personality with strong English language communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to take quality images with digital camera
  • Ability to accurately handle cash and learn to use point of sale system
  • Ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in stressful situations
  • Strong multi-tasking abilities
  • Ability to work independently with little to no supervision
  • Previous guest service and photography experience preferred
  • DSLR camera knowledge a plus

Availability and Hours:

  • This is a seasonal role
  • The Sesame Place season runs from March 2026 through Labor Day 2026, with onboarding and all required training to be completed prior to the start of the season.
  • During the non-peak season, must be available both Saturday & Sunday
  • During the peak season, must have 5 days of unrestricted availability, to include the weekends
  • You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Hours vary based on business need

If you are a previous employee of any of our parks:

  • BE SURE TO SUBMIT YOUR REHIRE REVIEW FORM BY EMAIL TO [email protected] after submitting your application. Once the form is received and approved, a member of the Recruitment team will reach out with next steps.
  • You may download the Rehire Review Form HERE

If you have never worked for United Parks & Resorts, you do not need to complete the rehire form. Please only submit an application.

Compensation: 16.90 USD Hourly

Starting Base Pay:

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

  • FREE park admission
  • Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
  • Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
  • Scholarship opportunities
  • Exclusive employee events and giveaways
     

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

Other facts

Tech stack
Guest Service,Photography,Communication,Interpersonal Skills,Cash Handling,Point of Sale System,Multi-tasking,Independence

About SeaWorld

United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company with a world-class portfolio of seven brands across 13 parks in the United States and Abu Dhabi. The Company’s award-winning portfolio of iconic brands includes SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Aquatica.

Our portfolio offers experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides and coasters, inspiring up-close encounters and educational presentations with wildlife, and exciting shows, concerts, and live performances.

We are committed to wildlife conservation globally, and all three SeaWorld parks, plus Discovery Cove and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are accredited members of the AZA, one of the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Our parks serve as one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, actively participate in endangered species survival programs, and make significant contributions to science through field research and the study of animals in our care.

Website: www.UnitedParks.com

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Entertainment Providers

What you'll do

  • You will help guests capture their park memories through photography while providing exceptional guest service. Responsibilities include greeting guests, taking high-quality images, and processing and selling photos.

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