Animal Caretaker 2027

Astrid Lindgrens Vimmerby AB · plný úvazek

Fabriksgatan, Vimmerby, Švédsko

Horse and animal caretaker for the 2027 season at Astrid Lindgren's World "I thought you were pretend, but now I know you're real." – a visiting child to Madicken at Astrid Lindgren's World At Astrid Lindgren's World, visitors step directly into the world of fairy tales and become part of it. Here children and their families meet, talk, and play with characters from Astrid Lindgren's books. Our visitors experience the stories from these beloved books performed in over 50 different shows daily during peak season. Every year the park welcomes almost half a million visitors, making us Sweden's largest outdoor theater and a fairy tale world that creates lifelong memories. Our mission is to bring Astrid Lindgren's literary works to life and work in her spirit based on the fundamental value that all people have the same worth and are equally important. With us, everyone has a meaningful role in creating an authentic and genuine experience of Astrid Lindgren's World. Will you join us? As an animal caretaker at Astrid Lindgren's World, your work includes daily care of the animals, as well as assisting during performances and ensuring that the horses and other animals are ready and in the right place at the right time. You will perform in costume on stage during shows, leading, riding, driving, or handling the horses and other animals. We are looking for someone with horse care training or experience working with horses. It is an advantage if you have experience with cold-blooded horse breeds, miniature pigs, and birds. We value the benefits of gender balance in our operations and welcome all applicants regardless of ethnicity or cultural background. If you meet the formal requirements, you are welcome to apply! Employment period: Rehearsal period: April-May Performance season: May-August Application deadline: September 28, 2026 We do not accept applications via mail or e-mail. Salary: according to agreement between Visita and HRF (Entertainment Agreement). Interviews will be held at Astrid Lindgren's World, Vimmerby during week 43. Contact person Amanda Hallberg Acting animal manager [email protected]