Part-Time; Seasonal
Wage & Pay Grade: $22.10/hr (PG 74) + 10% in lieu of benefits and vacation
Date Posted: May 15, 2025
Who we are…
The Pacific National Exhibition is an iconic institution in BC, famous for bringing generations of people together to celebrate and build memories. At the PNE, we strive to create an environment that reflects our organization’s core values: Enthusiasm, Excellence and Evolution. With a focus on these core values, we are committed to achieving our mission which is to “Deliver Memorable Experiences” for all who interact with the PNE whether it is our guests, our employees, or the community.
The Fair and Festival Operations department oversees PNE’s main events: The Fair, and Fright Nights.
Fright Nights at the PNE is Western Canada’s Scariest Haunt; key features are roaming Scare Actors, Haunted Houses and other attractions and atmospheric programming on-site within Playland.
We are looking for motivated and hardworking individuals who have a passion for the haunt industry and have extensive experience in live events or TV/Film production. The Fright Nights Supervisors will report to the Festival Programs Managers and will be responsible for overseeing an attraction, provide clear communication of issues to the respective team members, and carry out safety protocols as outlined by the Festival Programs Managers, and Assist management with production elements during the run of the show and supporting fellow Fright Nights supervisory team members as needed.
Our ideal candidates will possess strong organizational & communication skills and will have a background in production, theater, or film. The Fright Nights Supervisor will work in compliance with all health and safety requirements as determined by WorkSafeBC, and all other applicable legislation and company policies.
Why join our Team?
- Exhilarating and fun-loving culture
- Flexible work environment
- Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
- Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunity to create lasting memories and friendships!
What will you DO this year?
Haunted Attractions Supervisor:
In your role as our Haunted Attractions Supervisor, your primary accountabilities will be to:
- Assist with various operational tasks, including but not limited to crowd control, actor escorts, aiding actors with costume & mask application.
- Provide a safe environment for all actors & other team members.
- Provide training, coaching, and oversee the performance of all assigned actors.
- Report any deficiencies with the attraction to maintenance & managerial staff.
- Report any issues with staff or guests to respective team members.
- Oversee attraction readiness through daily pre check.
- Oversee all safety procedures & protocol within your attraction.
- Oversee throughput of attraction.
Haunted Attractions Relief Supervisor:
- In your role as our Haunted Attractions Relief Supervisor, your primary accountabilities will be to:
- Assist with various Fright Nights operational tasks, including but not limited to crowd control, actor escorts, aiding actors with costume & mask application.
- Provide a safe environment for all actors & other team members.
- Provide training, coaching, and oversee the performance of all assigned actors.
- Report any deficiencies with the attraction to maintenance & managerial staff.
- Report any issues with staff or guests to respective team members.
- Oversee attraction readiness through daily pre check.
- Oversee all safety procedures & protocol within your attraction.
- Oversee throughput of attraction.
Haunted Attractions Supervisor – Breaker :
In your role as our Haunted Attractions Relief Supervisor, your primary accountabilities will be to:
- Assist with various Fright Nights operational tasks, including but not limited to crowd control, actor escorts, aiding actors with costume & mask application.
- Relieve haunted attraction supervisors for their daily break schedule.
- Provide a safe environment for all actors & other team members.
- Provide training, coaching, and oversee the performance of all assigned actors.
- Report any deficiencies with the attraction(s) to maintenance & managerial staff.
- Report any issues with staff or guests to respective team members.
- Oversee attraction readiness through daily pre check.
- Oversee all safety procedures & protocol within your attraction(s)
- Oversee throughput of attraction(s)
Performance Supervisor:
In your role as our Performance Supervisor, your primary accountabilities will be to:
- Assist with various Fright Nights stage show & opening scaremonies operational tasks, including but not limited to crowd control, actor & performer escorts, aiding performers with costume & mask application, aiding performers.
- Assist with calling of show elements.
- Provide a safe environment for all actors & other team members.
- Provide training, coaching, and oversee the performance of all assigned performers.
- Report any deficiencies with the stage show and other relevant attractions to maintenance & managerial staff.
- Report any issues with staff or guests to respective team members.
- Oversee stage show and scaremonies readiness through daily pre check.
- Oversee all safety procedures & protocol within your assigned responsibilities.
Event Responsibilities
- Overseeing the safe & scary function of your assigned attraction(s).
- Assist Management & supervisory team as needed.
- Escorting actors as needed.
- Checking operation of attraction on regular basis through the evening.
- Crowd control at assigned attraction as needed.
- Assist with attraction readiness prior to opening.
- Assist with safety procedures and protocols.
- Other duties as assigned.
What else?
- Must have successfully completed grade 12.
- Ability to deal with confidential matters and conduct themselves in a professional demeanor
- Ability to function both independently and in a team environment
- Ability to work a variety of shifts from July - November, evenings, weekends, and late nights
- Post-secondary education or training in a relevant discipline such as Production Assistant experience within TV/Film, Theatre, or other related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is considered an asset.
- Experience within a supervisory position.
- Experience coaching actors considered and asset.
- Experience within the Halloween Industry is considered an asset.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Must be proactive with the ability to trouble shoot and remain calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to work outdoors, in various weather, and spend a large part of the workday walking, and standing
- Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.
Who are you?
- Motivated and energetic
- Organized
- Committed to striving for excellence
- Collaborative team player
- Passionate about delivering memorable experiences
- Proactive and Reliable
Where and when to APPLY?
Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the role is filled.
Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume/cover letter before Sunday, June 8. We look forward to hearing from you!
The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca.
