What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mascot Coordinator position at Durham Bulls?
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Durham Bulls are seeking a dynamic, energetic, and outgoing Mascot Program Coordinator to lead our mascot program and serve as a key ambassador for our brand. This full-time position will be the face of the Durham Bulls in the community, performing as Wool E. Bull at all home games, community events, sponsor appearances, and other special engagements. The ideal candidate thrives in high-energy environments, enjoys connecting with fans of all ages, and works seamlessly with a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the Bulls’ mascot, Wool E. Bull, at all home games, community events, sponsor functions, and special team appearances.
- Manage Wool E. Bull’s appearance schedule, coordinating with internal teams and external clients to ensure a minimum of 15 outside appearances per month.
- Develop and grow the secondary mascot program, Blue Monster, including hiring, training, and overseeing part-time performers.
- Maintain and expand mascot-focused social media channels, creating engaging content to increase fan engagement.
- Execute seasonal and holiday outreach programs, including Wool E. Grams for Valentine’s Day and Halloween.
- Assist with programs featuring Wool E. Bull, including Reading Programs, school initiatives, and future Kids Club events.
- Build off-season programming for Blue Monster to enhance fan engagement year-round.
- Collaborate with the Director of Promotions to design creative fan experiences on game days.
- Partner with the sponsorship activation team to integrate Wool E. Bull into current and prospective corporate partnerships.
- Coordinate vendors and logistics for community events, such as Education Day and other team-sponsored initiatives.
- Manage donation requests and ensure timely fulfillment.
- Maintain mascot costumes and ensure all elements meet high-quality performance standards.
- Oversee vehicle maintenance for mascot-related vehicles.
Minimum Requirements:
- Preferred height: 5’8” – 6’1”.
- Previous mascot experience required.
- Performance, dance, or acting experience a plus.
- Ability to drive and operate a go-kart, ATV, and appearance van.
- Flexible schedule with availability for evenings, weekends, holidays, and regular office hours to support program growth.
- Social media proficiency, including Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.
- Ability to perform continuously for up to two hours in costume.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and maintain high energy in varying temperatures.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Seeing, hearing, listening, touching, ability to move across distances, climbing, pushing, and pulling, and hand/finger dexterity.
- Capacity for intermediate reading and writing, basic clerical and math skills, advanced analysis and comprehension skills, advanced judgment, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to perform continuously for up to two hours in costume in outside weather conditions.
- Able to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds.
Work Conditions: The work conditions and characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
- Ability to work flexible hours as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to remain focused and perform work in noisy and crowded environments with multiple distractions.
- This position may occasionally require working outdoors in unpredictable weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind, necessitating the ability to adapt to changing environmental factors and wear appropriate protective gear as needed.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Benefits package including:
- Comprehensive health insurance plan options
- Vision and Dental Insurance
- Company sponsored life insurance
- Numerous voluntary benefit options – legal plans, pet insurance, discounted home and auto and more!
- 401K with company match
- Generous paid time off
- 9 paid company holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment with a supportive team culture.
- Exciting projects and growth opportunities within a leading organization.
- Opportunities to attend free local events, such as sporting events, concerts, shows, and more.
Pre-Employment Information:
- A pre-employment drug screening is required.
- Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in E-Verify.
- Capitol Broadcasting Company participates in the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program. However, completing the WOTC questionnaire is completely voluntary. Your decision will have absolutely no impact on your hiring chances, and your application WILL be accepted regardless of whether you choose to provide this information or not.
EEO Statement:
Capitol Broadcasting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Capitol Broadcasting Company, Inc. is a diversified communications company which owns and/or operates WRAL-TV, WRAZ-TV, WRAL-FM, WRAL-HD2, WNGT-CD, WCMC-FM, WCMC-HD1, WDNC-AM, WCMC-HD2, WCMC-HD3, WCLY-AM, WCMC-HD4, Microspace, and WRAL Digital in Raleigh, NC; WILM-TV, WILT-LD and Sunrise Broadcasting in Wilmington, NC; The Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Bull City Hospitality, and Coastal Plain League in Durham, NC; The Holly Springs Salamanders in Holly Springs, NC; NC; the American Underground startup hub in Durham, NC; and real estate interests including the American Tobacco Historic District in Durham, NC; Rocky Mount Mills in Rocky Mount, NC; MoJud Lofts in Greensboro, NC; and The Thread in Rock Hill, SC.