Mascot, NHL

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Mission: To enrich the lives in our community through shared experiences, welcoming spaces, and responsible actions.

Vision: We will be the social and entertainment center of Orange County – a place where the cultural kaleidoscope of the region converges and connects.  Our vibrant, rich collection of experiences will celebrate the diversity of our community.

Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold

Pay Details:

This position pays between $25.00 and $40.00 per hour, depending on the specific duties and responsibilities assigned.

The Anaheim Ducks are searching for a creative and energetic professional to perform as a back-up Mascot at Ducks events, promotions, and other appearances. The ideal candidate will have experience performing as a Mascot. The position requires excellent non-verbal communication skills, a creative, engaging and outgoing personality, and a strong desire to work in professional sports as a brand ambassador. This is a part-time event-based position.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Anaheim Ducks at all public appearances as an ambassador of the Anaheim Ducks brand as defined by the Game Presentation Team

• Serve as a performer, when necessary, for in-game, external events, or sponsored elements, and assist in pre-game, in-game, and intermission features

• Assist with marketing initiatives including city wide pop-up events, street teams, video shoots and watch-parties

• Perform at off-site events (i.e., organization events, street hockey/school programs, sports tournaments, private and sponsor appearances, etc.) as Mascot

• Protect the brand of Wild Wing and the Anaheim Ducks with a high level of professionalism, character, and trust when performing as Mascot

• Work within the Game Presentation department for: skits, in-game activations, on-ice games, sponsorship requirements, autograph sessions, and other in-game needs as determined

• Assist in ideation sessions throughout the season (in-game skits, social media content, and external requests)

• Plan and execute skits

• Assist in administrative tasks including scheduling, planning appearances, and cleaning/maintaining of the mascot costume

• Sanitize and store the costume after each performance and conduct costume maintenance, including cleaning, minor repairs, and other necessary upkeep

• Assist with other tasks on an as-needed basis

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Creative and experienced Mascot or costumed character

• Live sports-related performance experience of any kind is preferred (i.e., theatre, dance, hype team, etc.)

• A great sense of humor when interacting with fans of all ages, especially children

• Willing to be coached to learn the personality of the character

• Possess nonverbal and improvisational skills

• Basic knowledge of hockey

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Ability to ice skate is preferred

• Able to carry out appearances in Anaheim and surrounding areas

• Flexible schedule; must be primarily available on weekends, with flexibility in regards to nights, holidays and Anaheim Ducks home games

• Requires prolonged standing; able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds, including up arena stairs

• Be able to withstand conditions within a mascot costume and/or outdoor appearances

• Able to work in outdoor conditions, including extreme heat and cold

• Safely drive "Promotional Vehicles" to and from events as needed; a valid driver’s license and ability to be insured under the Company’s insurance policy required

• Must be comfortable with heights and able to zipline

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience Required – 1-2+ Years

This position is on-site.

Company:

Our Commitment:

We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.  We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Thanks for your interest in becoming part of OCVIBE!