Work Schedule:

To include weekend and evening hours in support of performances and off-site events

Position Location:

100% On-site

Pay Rate:

$18/hour

Benefits:

Flexible work schedule; 403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

Contact Information:

wolfie@wolftrap.org

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Wear the Wolfie costume and represent Wolf Trap at a variety of local and community events and Wolf Trap performances.
• Wave, walk around, and interact with patrons.
• Create a friendly, fun and cheerful atmosphere for event attendees.
• Pose with children, families, and other patrons for pictures.
• Responsible for keeping Wolfie costume clean, at Wolf Trap’s expense.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to interact in front of large crowds and engage with families and children.
• High-energy individual who has confidence and charisma.
• Good verbal and non-verbal communication skills.
• Must maintain appropriate demeanor at all times.
• Needs to be available to work weekends, weekdays, weeknights, and some holidays.
• Flexibility is required due to adjusted show times, appearances, and the uncertainty of live entertainment.
• Will need to be available to work off-site events throughout the DMV area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be between 5’5 -5’9 to fit Wolfie costume.
• Must be physically fit and in good health to endure conditions including extreme high temperatures while wearing heavy costume.
• Must have reliable transportation.

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives. We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside. Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.