Mascot Performer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The purpose of this position is to provide entertainment and cultivate engaging experience for patrons and staff at McDivitt and to represent the organization in a positive manner.

This position will be flexible when needed; variable some nights and weekends; minimum 2 hours for any event.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Display enthusiasm and high energy at all times to keep the entertainment level high.
• Meet and greet attendees of events.
• Preserve the identity of the mascot without deviating from established character including body language/mannerisms, attitude, fan interaction, and McDivitt representation.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Take care of the costume and props when in your possession.
• Understand and perform a series of non-verbal communications signals to be used with the mascot handler in public, e.g, the mascot actor will have a signal when he/she needs to be escorted away from the area. The handler will have a series of signals or code words that the mascot actor understands to communicate information such as a child is scared; back away from the crowd, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

• Must be in good physical condition and able to lift and wear the costume (approximately 10-20 pounds).
• Ideal height for correct costume fit would be between 5’9” and 5’11”.
• Dance or other performance experience preferred.
• Previous experience as a mascot actor is preferred.
• Willing to travel throughout Colorado Springs, Pueblo & Denver metro area.
• Must embrace McDivitt’s “core values", commitment, accountability, respect, integrity, and exceptional service.
  

Compensation & Benefits
$250.00 Flat fee for the day/event

There are no benefits associated with this position.