Mascot

Sioux-Falls-Skyforce; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Sioux Falls Skyforce is seeking a Mascot Performer to bring the Skyforce mascot to life through energetic, family-friendly interactions at home games, community events, and promotional activities. You will create memorable experiences for fans of all ages while representing the Skyforce brand positively both in and out of costume.

The role requires ability to perform choreographed routines, knowledge of game-day operations, and proper costume care.

Qualifications

• Choreographed routines and interactive segments at events.
• Knowledge of game-day entertainment and arena timelines.
• Ability to handle costume care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Bring mascot to life through energetic interactions with fans.
• Perform during home games, community appearances, and events.
• Create memorable experiences for fans of all ages.
• Represent Skyforce brand in and out of costume.

Skills

Choreography

Fan engagement

Event operations

Costume care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Mascot Performer serves as a high-energy brand ambassador responsible for bringing the team mascot character to life through dynamic, family-friendly fan engagement across a variety of settings, including live game-day entertainment, community outreach appearances, and promotional activities. This role plays a vital part in enhancing the overall fan experience by delivering enthusiastic, professional, and memorable interactions with audiences of all ages. The Mascot Performer contributes to the organization's entertainment programming and public-facing brand presence, requiring a blend of physical performance ability, an understanding of professional sports event operations and presentation environments, and a commitment to maintaining the quality and integrity of the mascot character.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following are examples of the various functions required. The job requirements are not limited to the items on this list.

• Bring the Skyforce mascot to life through energetic, family-friendly interactions with fans.
• Perform during home games, community appearances, promotional events, and photo shoots.
• Create memorable experiences by engaging fans of all ages with enthusiasm and professionalism.
• Represent the Skyforce brand positively both in and out of costume.
  

Desired 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to perform choreographed routines, skits, and interactive segments during professional sporting events, community appearances, and promotional activities
• Knowledge of professional sports event operations, game-day entertainment programming, and arena presentation timelines
• Knowledge of costume care, maintenance, and safe handling procedures to preserve character integrity and ensure performance readiness

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender/gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status entitled to protection under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. EOE & DFWP

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