Mascot Performer - Florida

This is a Full Time Job

JOB TITLE: Mascot Performer

LOCATION: Sarasota, Florida

JOB SUMMARY:

The Baltimore Orioles seek a part-time Mascot Performer for game days, events, and public appearances in Sarasota, Florida. This is a year-round position who will be responsible for the following:

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Positively representing and promoting the Baltimore Orioles brand at Orioles home spring training games and public appearances
• Being responsible and accountable to appearance schedules; arriving on time and remaining for the duration of games, events, and public appearances
• Exhibiting strong non-verbal communication skills while in costume
• Demonstrating an outgoing performance personality with an ability to interact with fans
• Fostering a fun, safe, and professional atmosphere at Orioles home games, events, and public appearances
• Maintaining a professional demeanor in and out of costume
• Caring for mascot costume and props
• Various event-related responsibilities as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma required; 4-year college degree preferred
• 1-3 years' experience as a mascot performer
• Must be able to work at all of Orioles home spring training games including nights and weekends
• Must be flexible and willing to work long hours
• Ability to work weekday business hours if possible
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:
• Height of 5' 6'' to 6' 2'' in order to fit into costume
• An energetic, positive, and enthusiastic personality
• Athletic and physically fit enough to wear the costume and perform for the duration of games and in extreme heat
• Outgoing and ready to handle anything presented
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, think creatively, and problem solve
• Must be a team-first player who works well with others
• Punctual and professional

DISCLAIMER:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. The duties listed do not represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.