What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mascot Performer position at North Jersey Pro Baseball LLC?
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Mascot Performers report directly to the GM
The Mascot is a high-energy, outgoing individual who performs as the NJ Jackals mascot during home games, non-game day events, and community appearances throughout the area. Team members wear the mascot costume and are responsible for engaging with fans, entertaining crowds, and participating in pregame activities and on-field promotions.
Mascot Performers report directly to the GM
The Mascot is a high-energy, outgoing individual who performs as the NJ Jackals mascot during home games, non-game day events, and community appearances throughout the area. Team members wear the mascot costume and are responsible for engaging with fans, entertaining crowds, and participating in pregame activities and on-field promotions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but not are not limited to the following:
- Perform as the Jackals mascot during home games
- Perform as the Jackals mascot at community or private events, on or off-site
- Must always act as a Jackals brand ambassador when in costume
- Greet and engage with fans to enhance their experience
- Sign autographs and pose for pictures
- Collaborate with the promotions and entertainment teams to execute in-game skits, videos, and theme nights
- Assist in developing new mascot routines, props, and crowd engagement ideas
- Maintain the mascot costume, keeping it clean and in good condition
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Must be able to tolerate heat and other weather conditions well; required to move and perform, in costume, both indoors and outdoors
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have strong customer service skills, work well with children and perform under high stress levels
Education/Experience:
- 6 months to 1 year Minimum Experience Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
Work Hours
Hours vary according to the game and event schedule, which will include weekends and some holidays.
Must have availability to work all Jackals home games and scheduled events, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.