Puppeteer / Children’s EntertainerReal Dinosaurs |
Description:Paid – Ongoing casual / event-basedReal Dinosaurs is looking for a new performer to join our growing entertainment team! We tour interactive dinosaur shows to venues, festivals, clubs and events around Melbourne and regional VIC — and we need a confident, energetic puppeteer to help bring our life-size dinosaurs to life. If you love performing, improvising, making kids laugh and don’t mind getting a little sweaty inside a dinosaur suit… this gig is for you. Role Description Operate our large dinosaur puppets (T-Rex / Raptor) and baby dinosaur puppets Perform in interactive shows, roves & meet-and-greets Engage with children and families in a fun, professional manner Assist with set-up/pack-down and basic show support Some regional travel may be required (accommodation & travel covered) Requirements Performance experience (acting, musical theatre, dance, comedy, clowning or mascot work) Comfortable performing with high energy in front of children Physically fit – puppeteering involves movement and wearing a full-body suit Reliable, team-focused and punctual Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain) Driver’s licence preferred Details Paid role (rates disclosed to shortlisted applicants) Casual / event-based work: mostly weekends + school holidays Training provided Opportunities for ongoing touring for the right person To Apply Please include: A short introduction about yourself Your performance background / CV Any video or footage of you performing (phone clips fine) Your availability We’re looking for performers who are fun, reliable and love bringing characters to life. If that’s you — we’d love to meet you! 🦖✨ Please email [email protected] with your interest.
Application Deadline:
Apr. 30, 2026
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job Category:
Performing
Artistic Discipline:
Theater, Performance Art
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
Australia,
Melbourne |