What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mascot position at Bloomington Bison Hockey Club?
This part time mascot position is responsible for a variety of duties including but not limited to mascot appearances during Bloomington Bison games and other team and private events. The Mascot plays a critical role to the game presentation and being a representative for the brand and organization as a whole.
Responsibilities/Essential Functions
- Assist in the coordination and execution of mascot event activations.
- Primary performer: Bloomington Bison games, Bison team related events, private events, etc.
- Set up and break down mascot equipment for home games and events.
- Work in conjunction with the Director of Game Operations to oversee a successful working partnership between the Bison and independent event organizations and customers.
- Act as the on-site liaison during mascot appearances.
- Mascot costume restrictions require performer to be 5’8”-6’0” in height.
- Ability to ice skate or willingness to learn.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements:
Formal Education & Certification
- College degree or pursuing a degree in Marketing, Performing Arts, or other related field is preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be deemed insurable by the organization’s insurance provider.
Knowledge & Experience
- Previous mascot experience in college or another professional capacity preferred.
- Ability to skate strongly preferred.
- 1 year game presentation or performance experience preferred.
- Must possess a portfolio or highlight reel of performance experience.
- Some experience working with college, minor-league or professional sports promotions or marketing.
- Theater or acting training preferred.
Personal Attributes
- Must have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with multiple departments and initiatives.
- Must be comfortable being spontaneous when interacting with a crowd.
- Fan friendly attitude and willing to initiate interactions with guests.
- Ability to work within a team and a service-oriented environment.
Work Conditions
- Available to work primarily daytime hours as well as evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
- Available to work all 36 Bison home games.
- Must attend a pre-shift meeting for each event as scheduled.
- Lifting requirements – must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Pushing/pulling requirements – must be able to push and pull objects up to 300lbs.
- Standing requirements – must be able to stand for 5 hours at a time.
- May be exposed to inclement weather conditions (year-round indoor/outdoor events).
- Physical requirements include sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, lifting, grasping, etc.
- Our company is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the job, please contact the People Team to request an accommodation. We will engage in an interactive process to assess your needs and provide appropriate accommodations to enable you to perform the essential functions of the position unless it would cause an undue hardship.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and promote a work environment that respects and supports individuals without bias.