Rooty Mascot: Campus Spirit & Fan Engagement

New College of Florida; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

New College of Florida seeks a lively mascot performer to portray Rooty the Mighty Banyan at campus and community events. You will entertain fans, lead cheers, pose for photos, and embody the college spirit in various games and promotional activities.

The role requires performing in a heavy costume, engaging audiences of all ages, and coordinating with event teams to ensure a memorable experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read social cues to tailor interactions.
• Strong enthusiasm and school spirit.
• Must be comfortable in a heavy costume for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Performs as Rooty the Mighty Banyan at New College and community appearances.
• Remains in character while wearing the costume.
• Perform dance routines, stunts, and crowd interactions to entertain and engage fans.
• Encourage audience participation, lead cheers and photos.
• Represents New College mission and values at events.
• Adheres to the assigned schedule of Rooty appearances.
• Maintains proper use of Rooty costume.
• Interacts with students, faculty, staff, families, and fans."
• Works events year-round, including evenings and weekends.
• Distributes promotional items to create goodwill.
• Poses for photographs and communicates without speaking as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Non-verbal communication

Crowd engagement

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

New College of Florida seeks a lively mascot performer to portray Rooty the Mighty Banyan at campus and community events. You will entertain fans, lead cheers, pose for photos, and embody the college spirit in various games and promotional activities.

The role requires performing in a heavy costume, engaging audiences of all ages, and coordinating with event teams to ensure a memorable experience.