Carve out some fun this fall!
Seeking pumpkin carvers, visitor services staff, and craft vendors!
Be a part of the fall’s most spectacular new event: the Jack O’Lantern Extravaganza! Plans are in place for a unique nighttime spectacle, with tickets going on sale soon. You can be the first to know about the upcoming surprises and be a part of making the night shine. The Zoo is currently seeking Pumpkin Carvers, Wild Experience Guides, and Pop-Up Shop Vendors. Read more and apply below!
Pumpkin Carvers
Make the magic happen! Pumpkin carvers will carve both real and artificial pumpkins according to a design plan managed by the Zoo Master Carver and event team. There will be an estimated 2100 artificial and 900 real pumpkins that will need to be carved with various designs across the team.
Work on the artificial pumpkins is occurring now with an anticipated completion date of September 10. Real pumpkins will be carved closer to the event start date and carving will continue throughout the duration of the event to ensure that real pumpkins are fresh while on display. All skill levels are welcome.
Wild Experience Guides
Jack O’Lanterns aren’t the only smiling faces featured at the Zoo. Wild Experiences Guides operate throughout the Zoo in a number of visitor-facing capacities, including, but not limited to, parking, admissions, carousel operations, virtual reality operations, admission gates cashier, and relaying information to guests throughout the park. Guides are integral to the smooth operation of the Zoo and assist in ensuring all visitors have an enjoyable experience. Our team members play a vital role in the education of the public about our conservation efforts and mission. Candidates are expected to have exemplary Customer Service skills and be comfortable working with large crowds.
Pop-Up Shop Vendors
Calling All Crafters! We are offering a limited opportunity for local artisans and craft vendors to offer their Fall/Halloween-themed items for sale for the duration of the event. Located in the Village at the front of the Zoo, vendors can expect to see foot traffic in the range of 1000-3000 on weeknights and 5000-6000 on weekend nights.