Entertainment Manager (Mascot Performer)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform as the primary mascot character, Diesel the Fox, at all Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash home matches and select community and partner events
• Represent the Club at various events across the greater Houston area including, but not limited to, watch parties, festivals, city holiday celebrations, and special events
• Create, direct, and perform in-game skits, noise prompts and entertainment elements that drive fan engagement and enhance matchday experience
• Build a comprehensive mascot appearance schedule, including school visits, sponsor activations, media appearances, community events, and youth programs
• Coordinate appearances and manage all client communication surrounding appearance schedule prior to, day of, and after to ensure positive client experience
• Manage the character’s personality, performance style, and in-game presence, ensuring brand relevance and high entertainment value
• Design and maintain educational programs for school assemblies focused on STARR testing, health and wellness, and fitness
• Produce and edit creative videos and content to post on social media platforms and work with digital team to maintain an engaging mascot presence online
• Manage mascot program budget, invoicing and purchase orders
• Maintain and track all inventory of mascot-related assets, including suits, props, costumes, vehicles, and any promotional items, ensuring they stay performance ready
• Stay current with trends in mascot performance, dances, and stunts in-game and on social media platforms
• Collaborate across internal departments (Marketing, Charities, Ticketing, Sponsorship) to activate theme nights, marketing campaigns, and youth initiatives

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sports Management or related field preferred
• Minimum 2-5 years of in-suit mascot performance experience required
• Strong performance skills related to choreography, running, jumping, and acrobatics
• Knowledge of soccer and a passion for engaging with fans
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams), Adobe Creative Suite, and video editing capabilities strongly preferred
• Required to travel frequently within the greater Houston area
• Must be available to work non-traditional hours including all Houston Dynamo and Dash home matches, evenings, weekends and some holidays as needed