Westchester Knicks Mascot

MSG Sports, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 369,000 - 526,000; Part time

Job summary

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. is seeking a Westchester Knicks mascot to energize fans during home games and lead on-court promotions. You will drive crowd engagement, participate in in-crowd moments, and support special events as part of the game presentation team.

Bring a high-energy, interactive presence and a background in live performance. Previous mascot experience is a plus, and the role requires showcasing enthusiasm for Knicks basketball and team spirit.

Qualifications

• Showcases an energetic and outgoing personality.
• Ability to interact with fans of all ages.
• Live performance background encouraged.
• Mascot experience is a plus.
• Be a Knicks fan and supportive of team spirit.
• Highlight reel and resume required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Westchester Knicks mascot for home games.
• Execute on-court contests and in-crowd promotion elements.
• Improvise during live on-court moments (t-shirt tosses, fan engagement).
• Represent the Westchester Knicks at events and community appearances.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Provide exceptional guest experiences while adhering to appearance guidelines.

Skills

Energetic personality

Fan interaction

Live performance

Be a Knicks fan

Job description

Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. (MSG Sports) is a leading professional sports company, with a collection of assets that includes the New York Knicks (NBA) and the New York Rangers (NHL), as well as two development league teams – the Westchester Knicks (NBAGL) and the Hartford Wolf Pack (AHL). MSG Sports also operates a professional sports team performance center – the MSG Training Center in Greenburgh, NY. More information is available at www.msgsports.com.

Who are we hiring?

Hudson, the mascot of the Westchester Knicks serves as a fan favorite in game personality and main attraction at all Westchester Knicks home games. The mascot will assist with on-court contests and promotions during games and may be asked to appear at special events and community engagements at the discretion of management. The in-arena host reports to the Manager, Event Presentation – Westchester Knicks.

What will you do?

• Serve as Westchester Knicks mascot for all Westchester Knicks home games.
• Execute promotional elements including on-court contests, and in-crowd moments.
• Improvise during live on-court elements including t-shirt tosses and fan pump up moments.
• Represent the Westchester Knicks at special events, viewing parties, promotional engagements and/or community appearances.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What will you need to succeed?

• Showcases an energetic and outgoing personality and is able to think quickly while working in a high-pressure environment.
• Displays a strong presence with the ability interact with fans of all ages
• Previous experience in being a mascot a plus.
• A live performance background is encouraged.
• Be a Knicks fan!
• All submissions require a highlight reel and resume.

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Hourly Pay Range

$325—$325 USD

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