Mascot Assistant Job Minneapolis area,Minnesota USA,Entertainment & Gaming

Why Join the Pack?

At this organization, we do things a bit differently. We're not your typical sports franchise pouring all of our focus into the playing stage. We're about uniting together to push the culture forward, challenge the status quo, and accomplish things most didn't think was possible! Whether you're blazing trails in ticket sales, creating for our brands, or using your passion to elevate our vision, your contributions will always shine bright.

Together, we are on a journey where chasing greatness is constant and breaking new grounds is a norm.

Position Summary/Objective:

Mascot Assistants have the opportunity to see the entertainment side of sports firsthand. Assistants will work with both the Timberwolves (NBA) and Lynx (WNBA) mascots and other relevant staff at both games and community appearances. This person will be the voice of the characters and should be outgoing, motivated, professional, and ideally have a customer service background. This will be a seasonal part-time role, through the regular NBA season and potential playoffs.

What

would you do?

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these essential functions:

Assist mascots at games and events around the Minneapolis area

Provide security for Characters / Performers

Assist Entertainment Representative with event preparation duties

a. Example – Checking in with off-site contact
b. Example – Coordinate event logistics
c. Example – Setting up and breaking down of mascot props

Assist mascots with creative performance planning for Lynx and Timberwolves events.

a. Example
- Games
b. Example
- Video Skits
c. Example
- Special Events and School Shows

Related duties as assigned

The above essential functions are not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time. This job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other:

Flexible with schedule; willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays, when necessary.

Must have reliable transportation and a good driving record.

Lives in Minneapolis, MN or surrounding areas.

Speaks well in front of people, interacts well with children and the surrounding community.

Is outgoing and resourceful.

Must have reliable forms of communication (i.e. cell phone and email).

Entertainment experience preferred, but not required.

Self-starter, pro-active, highly motivated and detail oriented with a personal commitment to excellence.

Experience:

Prior work experience ideal.

Supervisory Responsibility, if any:
This position does not have supervisory responsibility

Travel:
Position may require some travel to outside events with managers.

Compensation & Benefits:

Part Time Hourly rate: $17/hour
Additional benefits:
Free parking and a free game night meal.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. Game night shifts are usually 2 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Staff may be asked to work external events including but not limited to: player or community appearances, or charity and networking events. Work is generally sedentary in nature. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available. This job also operates in a sports arena, which includes bleachers/steps.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here…