Mascot (Part-Time)

About the role

The Santa Cruz Warriors are looking for hardworking individuals to provide top quality fun and entertainment as the team’s mascot, Mav’Riks. The individual in this position will be a world-class performer and ambassador for the organization both on the court and at appearances representing the team with pride and passion. This is a part-time position based in Santa Cruz, CA, reporting to the Manager, Arena Operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform at home games and community events
• Represent the organization in a professional and appropriate manner at all times, inside and outside the suit
• Create new forms of on-court entertainment, including skits, dances, stunts, fan interaction, and improvisation
• Procure, manage, and maintain costumes, outfits, props, and other items
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of mascot experience required, either collegiate or professional preferred
• Gymnastics and dance experience preferred
• Stunt skills and/or training preferred
• An outstanding level of creativity, energy, and spontaneity
• Ability to excite, motivate, and entertain a crowd; excellent sense of humor
• Excellent and engaging interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• High energy, strong detail orientation, and superior work ethic
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced work environment

Physical Demands

• Must be able to withstand and perform within extreme heat conditions, restrictive outfits, and impaired vision
• Ability to perform basic dance and gymnastics techniques (e.g., jumping, running, etc.)
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for long periods of time

Schedule

• 4-hour shifts on game days, typically 5:30pm - 9:30pm
• Ability to work majority of all home preseason, regular season, and playoff games
• External scheduled appearances which are typically held nights, weekends, and holidays throughout the year

Pay

$50.00 per hour

Application Requirements

• Resume
• Headshot
• Videos or reels showcasing previous mascot experience (if applicable)
• Up to 2-minute video showcasing nonverbal communication skills

Candidates must be available for in-person auditions Wednesday, August 26th and Thursday, August 27th.