Assignment 1 - Other Work Opportunities

3 JOBS:

1) Disney Princess - Application Process

To apply for a position with any Walt Disney Company, I need to start at DisneyCareers.com and choose my position of interest. I need to create a profile which includes an application to fill out, and then I can upload my CV. After applying online, I will receive a confirmation acknowledgement email, this is so I know my application has gone through, and I can also review it. Hearing back can be immediate or up to a couple weeks, it will depend on the volume of applicants. The company would've decided if your skills and experience match the role.  

If successful, I will have an interview. It is most common to expect one phone interview and two in-person interviews per position.

My letter of application to Disney would be:

Dear Employer,

I am writing to you to apply for the role as a cast member (Disney Princess) at your theme park. My name is Cherkanah Straker, I'm 17 years of age, and bi-racial. Being bi-racial, I understand my Princess roles are most suited to characters like Pocahontas, Jasmine or Mulan.

I've loved Disney since I can remember, what person hasn't? But as a performer, I see this as a real opportunity and a possible dream come true. I am great with children, being an auntie to many young nieces and nephews, and a loving big sister to a 2 year old.

I am musically talented, which is what Disney reflects in their park parades, and of course, the films. My peers would describe me as a confident and approachable, which are two characteristics I believe you must have for a role like this one.

I have been to Disneyland Paris, and always wanted to go back. Perhaps, making it my temporary home is the perfect way to do so.

Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you soon.


Yours Faithfully,



Cherkanah Straker

2) Front of House

West End Wendy's F.O.H Commandments - I found this blog very useful for what I should put in my Front of House application letter. The 'commandments' she listed are qualities I have, which I need to sell to the Employer.

My application letter to a Front of House job would be:

Dear Employer,

Further to your advertisement in the Daily Mail, I would like to apply for the front of house position at your theatre. I have many years of experience in the theatre, having started performing at the age of 6. I am familiar with how you must behave in a theatre and familiar with the ins and outs (backstage) of a building.

I achieved an A in my Primary Tap Exam, 4 Distinction* in Performing Arts at high school, and am currently completing a Musical Theatre Diploma, with a Distinction* achieved in the first year. As well as having knowledge about the basics of the theatre, I also have experience with some of the technology, such as mics - how and where to put them on the actor.

I understand that a Front of House role also requires customer service skills. I gained a lot of experience in customer service at Papa Johns, where I took payments in person and over the phone, greeted customers and dealt with any complaints. I handled all these situations very professionally, and built a good relationship with many of the frequent Papa Johns customers. Customers have said I am polite, helpful and friendly.

Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you soon.


Yours Faithfully,



Cherkanah Straker

3) Stageschool Helper

For several years, I went to Italia Conti in Hove. This led me to enquiring if they had any positions going there, so I have chosen to email the manager.

My letter/email of application to a Stageschool Helper job would be:

Dear Linda,

It is Cherkanah Straker, former Saturday school student. I am currently looking for a job in the performing arts, that would work alongside my regular auditioning.Therefore, I am writing to you today to see if there any positions of work for me, at Hove or Clapham.

In my time at Contis, I learnt a lot about myself and progressively became a much stronger performer. On many occasions, I had the responsibility of looking after the younger years, both on and off stage, which is something I really enjoyed. I developed a strong relationship with all my teachers, and would love to work with them in a team setting. I believe there is still so much more for me to learn and gain.

I would love to give back to the stageschool that provided me with so much.

Thank you for your time, and I hope to hear from you soon.

Kindest Regards,

Cherkanah Straker