Great company to work for on projects I have worked a couple of projects with this team and it has been a pleasant experience! Being in this industry, patience is required and communication. They are transparent and if there's a misunderstanding, they are quick to respond and talk through... I do my job as expected and stay in touch with them through the process, if any changes they are quick to inform. I look forward to working with them again in future projects.

I had a great experience! Working with Characters for Hire was short, sweet, and clear. They relayed all necessary information prior to the date and were attentive handlers on site. There was a minor issue with learning how to properly put on the costume in which I was newly introduced to. The handler provided a short term solution and in the end the malfunction wasn't too noticeable.

They don't pay their actors... I worked for Characters for Hire last year and I still haven't been paid for the events I worked. The entire team of actors I worked with have not seen a dime from this company either. I am a freelance artist, and I can say I have never worked with a more insulting and rude company. We were never paid, never fed during our 11 hour day, and never given costumes or told to bring any. This was one of the more humiliating gigs I've ever worked. If you are interested in investing your money into a company that treats their whole team well, I would not recommend this one. See below for written confirmation that they have well exceeded NYS labor laws.

Great communication and costume!! Great communication! This event was so much fun, and the quality and cleanliness of the costumes was to be commended!

My experience Our manager on site was incredible, a delight to travel and work with. Along with the cast! Phenomenal folks to work with. I was unsure of how the dynamic would be with a live audience of adults (while portraying fairy tail characters), and I’m afraid my hunch was correct. This dynamic was a bit awkward. I wish I was given a bit more insight on whether or not I was permitted to participate in explicit banter. Considering the circumstance, I had several wonderful interactions with guests, and an overall pleasant time. The hosts, party planners, and chefs were very welcoming and hospitable!