Mascot Performer at Seattle Sounders FC & Seattle Reign FC

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Event Operations, Performing, Acting, Fan Engagement, Communication, Critical Thinking, Reliability, Soccer Knowledge, Non-Verbal Communication, Decision Making, Public Interaction, Team Collaboration, Costume Maintenance, Feedback Provision

Industry

Spectator Sports

Description

Job Title: Mascot Performer Department: Events Reports To: Director of Events & Live Experience, Fan Engagement Employment Type: Part-Time, Hourly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Role Type: 100% Individual Contributor Rate: $25/hr OUR CLUB Seattle Sounders FC is a progressive high performing collection of people who strive to achieve the highest levels of our sport while making a transformative impact in our communities in the best soccer city in America. Our culture is focused on serving one of the most passionate sports fan bases in North America who are invested in the Sounders as much for our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities as they are for winning the 2019 MLS Cup, 2022 CONCACAF Champions League, and the 2025 Leagues Cup on home soil. We exist to create special moments like these, where we enrich lives and unify our fans and city through soccer. POSITION SUMMARY Seattle Sounders FC is looking for a friendly, fun, and dynamic performer to provide entertainment as our orca whale mascot, Sammy the Sounder! Sammy the Sounders primarily interacts with young fans at Sounders FC home matches and various community events, as assigned. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform as Sounders FC’s mascot— an orca named Sammy the Sounder— to promote the club by engaging with kids and entertainment-seeking adults. Mascot duties to include: Emulating the established quirks and characteristics of Sammy’s established persona Participating in photo-ops. Signing autographs. Seeking out opportunities to engage with fans. Miming and encouraging Sounders FC traditions, such as Boom Boom Clap and Scarves Up. Participating in Sammy’s Squad kids club events and matchday activations. Making appearances in the community. Act as a mascot “handler” for various events, when not performing as the mascot. Handler responsibilities to include: Ensuring mascot performers act on-brand. Communicating to fans, speaking on behalf of Sammy. Dictating his presence and movement at an event, as well as his breaks. Ensuring changing space is in a private area away from public and secure Sammy suit bag and personal belongings. Capturing content of Sammy the Sounder during his appearances. Distributing Sammy the Sounder giveaways. Provide feedback to the Director following appearances to help improve fan engagement and the impact of activations. Assist with pick-up and drop-off of the costume with the other performers as well as costume maintenance (cleaning, basic repairs, etc.). Attend rehearsals as needed at Lumen Field, perform at Sounders FC home matches and at various events around the greater Seattle community. Maintain consistency of mannerisms, behaviors, and appearance across all events. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Must be 18 + years of age. 1+ years of customer service or event operations experience strongly Prior mascot or performing/acting experience strongly preferred. Due to costume requirements, must be between 5’10” and 6’. Must enjoy interacting with fans and performing in front of crowds. Ability to effectively communicate non-verbally. Ability to make quick decisions and think critically under pressure. Must be capable of taking direction and communicate in a timely manner with internal departments and external contacts. Must be professional, responsible, and reliable. Passion and enthusiasm for soccer and Sounders FC strongly preferred. WORK ENVRIONMENT This position will work in-person, primarily working at Lumen Field on Sounders FC home matchdays, in addition to other, in-market events. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Day time availability is strongly preferred. Must reside within Washington state upon date of hire. Must have reliable transportation. Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship. Employe must be able to lift 20+ pounds and is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, perform in various weather conditions, stoop, kneel, crouch and periodically kick soccer balls. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee is respected, valued and supported. We celebrate our diverse work environment and welcome team members of all backgrounds and perspectives. To that end, if you do not meet every job requirement listed, we still encourage you to apply. We believe your relevant experience and expertise will help us become a high-performing best-in-class workplace for all. Women, gender-nonbinary, people of color, LGBTQIA+ people and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The physical demands reflected in the duties and work environment herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. If you’d like to request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please do so by emailing the People & Culture Team. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. PRIVACY POLICY By clicking Submit Application, you agree to the terms of the MLS Privacy Policy.

Responsibilities

Perform as the mascot, engaging with fans and promoting the club. Participate in community events and assist with mascot handling duties.