Mascot Performer

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.

Requirements

• •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.