6. You Find Dress Codes more Reassuring than Restrictive

If you enjoy your purple hair, gauged piercings, and wrist tattoos, you may not be cut out for the life of a Cast Member. If you’re highly offended by the idea of neutral makeup, short nails, and a well-groomed appearance, you’ll probably struggle in this role. If you appreciate the neat clean look of a little conformity, however, you’ll fit right in without any trouble.

5. Your Friends Would Describe You as Extremely Patient

Patience is essential when you’re dealing with thousands of hot, confused, and often angry people on a daily basis. If you lose your own cool often, you should probably look for a job behind the scenes if you’re set on Disney. On stage Cast Members occasionally need to exhibit patience and perseverance worthy of a saint.

4. You Love Talking to Strangers

Some people just love learning about strangers. They’re fascinated by where people are from, what they do, and what they’re interested in. If this is you, you’ll make an excellent Cast Member. It’s not essential, but it will make every day much more fulfilling for you.

3. You Think White Christmases are Overrated

If you’re not a Florida native, you need to be prepared for the unique climate of the sunshine state before you relocate to fulfill your dream of becoming a Cast Member. Forget white Christmases or even chilly winter nights. If you love balmy tropical environments, you’ll fit right in. Consider how you feel about the heat of summer as well. Some costumes don’t come with an option for shorts, so you have to wear pants outside in 90 degree weather.

2. You Don’t Mind Celebrating the Holidays a Few Days Late

Cast Members nearly always work on weekends and holidays. In fact, the holidays are the busiest times of the year so you won’t just work an eight hour shift on Christmas. You might find yourself scheduled for a 14-hour day and a six-day week around the holidays.

1. You Have a Small Stash of Pixie Dust in Your Home

Cast Members have a habit of amassing lots of unique little pieces of Disney memorabilia. From cast-off furniture that once appeared in the resorts to rare pins, Cast Members have lots of opportunities to find and snap up interesting Disney items. Many Cast Members can even boast whole rooms decorated around a favorite attraction. If you’ve already invested in a Mickey Mouse throw or a collection of princess figures, you may have some Cast Member blood in your veins.

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This whimsical little list is by no means a hard and fast requirement for becoming a Cast Member. If you’re willing to work hard, follow the rules, and put on the Disney look every day, you can score a job at the Happiest Place on Earth even if you don’t know Pluto from Goofy. If you have a real passion for the place, however, you might be cut out for a long stint as a park staple.