Manager, Mascot & Community Relations (54450)

POSITION: Manager, Mascot & Community Relations  (full-time)

JOB SUMMARY: The Manager, Mascot & Community Relations is responsible for performing at all home games, including scheduling and overseeing all mascots. This position is the creative mind behind the mascot, developing all content for games, social media, and community programs. They also coordinate the Kids Club and oversee the Sea Dogs’ community outreach effort. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·        Perform at all home games and community events.
·        Create engaging skits and routines to entertain fans, demonstrating high levels of creativity and innovation. Work closely with the game entertainment team to ensure execution is successful.
·        Manage all logistics of mascot appearances, including booking and follow-up.
·        Manage all social media channels for the mascot.
·        Proactively seek appearance opportunities in the community
·        Maintain and care for all mascot costumes as well as props, equipment, and team vehicles.
·        Manage Kids Club – Coordinate game-day activities and maintain a bi-monthly newsletter to members. 
·        Maintain and grow our community outreach effort
·        Assist and support our ticket sales operation 
·        Assist and support with web and social media content
·        All other duties as assigned
 

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

·        Good physical condition and able to withstand the demands of performing in a costume in all weather elements
·        Animation skills as a mascot in non-speaking character
·        Ability to troubleshoot situations without delay and react accordingly
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

QUALIFICATIONS:

·        3+ years of professional/college mascot experience required.
·        Flexibility to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
·        Fan-friendly and outgoing
·        Must work well in a fast-paced environment and be able to coordinate with staff members 
·        Creative, ambitious, energetic personality with the ability to motivate others
·        Ideal candidate should be in good physical condition and highly energetic
·        Background in gymnastics, theater, dancing, and stunting is preferred but not required.
·        Must have a license and a good motor vehicle record.