About Us
Parties and Paint by Kate was founded by Katie Samuel LaPlante with the goal of making your child's wishes come true. Katie has a theatrical performance background and has worked extensively with children in the past, as a substitute teacher, nanny, and camp instructor. She has been professionally trained in acting, dance, and child care, which helps Parties and Paint by Kate provide authentic character entertainment and a magical experience that your child will never forget.
Want to be a Part of the Magic?
Parties and Paint by Kate is always looking to hire performers who have a passion for making magic!
What we look for
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Performers must be at least 18 years old.
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Have open weekend availability with 1-2 weeks notice.
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Be located in Santa Barbara, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Maria, or Lompoc, and willing to travel to Santa Barbara or Los Olivos to pick up/drop off supplies.
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A background in child care or acting preferred.
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Have strong improvisation skills.
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Singing skills a plus but not mandatory
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Second language is a plus but not mandatory
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Have no visible tattoos (or all tattoos must be able to be covered by costumes)
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Be a Non smoker
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Must have your own reliable car
About the Job
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Paid by the performance time. Pay starts at $60 for an hour party, $90 for 1.5 hours, and $120 for 2 hours.
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This position is part time work predominantly on weekends.
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All positions will require training, we provide all costumes and wigs.
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Bonus pay - tips and travel rate. For events held outside of Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara, travel rate added.
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Travel to Santa Barbara or Los Olivos to pick up/drop off supplies
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Events are improvised based on a script and training
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Majority of events are solo/one character
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Leading variety of other activity entertainment (face painting, crafts, games, etc)
We are also always looking for Face painters, balloon twisters, Magicians, and other entertainers.