Part-time Devils Alumni Character

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Founded by Josh Harris and David Blitzer, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) includes in its portfolio the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Jersey Devils, Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., the Delaware Blue Coats, the Utica Comets and a variety of other sports and entertainment properties. Led by some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, HBSE positions itself as a pioneering and innovative global sports and entertainment business enterprise.

We also strive to positively impact the local communities in which we operate through the powerful platform of sports. HBSE offers an energetic work environment built on collaboration, growth and a quest to excel in everything we do.

At HBSE, we are dedicated to hiring the best talent from the communities where we live, work and play - across all groups and levels; supporting and developing every employee to reach their potential; and creating an inclusive environment that allows team members to bring their true authentic selves to work.

The New Jersey Devils are looking for individuals who can perform as a Devils Alumni character and serve as mascot handlers for the Devils Alumni characters and NJ Devil at each Devils home game. The Devils Alumni characters are three mascots in the likeness of Devils Alumni Ken Daneyko, Patrik Elias, and Glenn “Chico” Resch. These characters, which debuted in 2019, interact with fans pre‑game and race on‑ice in the Classic Devils Alumni Race during the second intermission of each Devils home game.

This is a fun, part‑time job; both the Devils Alumni characters and Mascot Handlers are paid an hourly rate for all games, events, and appearances worked.

The Devils Alumni characters will be in costume for the majority of each Devils home game. Mascot Handlers will escort the Devils Alumni characters and NJ Devil around the arena to guide them, take photos for fans, carry specific gear, and more.

• Height must be between 5’7” and 6’6” to properly fill the costume
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Candidates must be able to stand for 5‑6 hours a day
• Candidates should also have the ability to engage through non‑verbal and written communication with strong listening skills
• Candidates must possess the ability to manage large crowds, have great communication skills, and be able to adjust to changes on the fly
• Candidates must have previous mascot experience
• Performing arts experience is preferred, but not required
• Candidates must be available for a minimum of 30 Devils home games, with call time for games a minimum of 2 hours prior to puck drop (not all members work every game). Devils Alumni characters should plan for 12‑20 hours of work per week during the NHL season; hours will vary based on the New Jersey Devils event and hockey schedule

• Be the spoken voice of the mascot team, able to vocalize the mascots’ thoughts and feelings and communicate them to fans throughout games and appearances when not performing in‑costume
• Assist with planning, executing, and growing the mascot program through game‑day initiatives, video skits, exclusive events, and community initiatives
• Help with ideation of content for NJ Devils social media as well as execution of content
• Assist NJ Devil with gaming initiatives and esports; be the face for NJ Devils live streams through Twitch and Tik Tok
• Assist with prop and costume production, care, and maintenance
• Maintain organization of storage areas and arrange for items to be cleaned or repaired

• Ability to ice skate
• Ability to work cross‑functionally, both within the New Jersey Devils organization as well as with Prudential Center employees
• Experience with camera and capturing content is preferred
• Experience with Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop is a plus
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure
• Strong organizational skills, time management skills, and attention to detail required
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects
• Ability to work independently without supervision, be self‑directed and demonstrate…