ZMascot Performer and Mascot Handler

Location : District-Wide (Kenosha/Racine/Walworth Counties), WI
Job Type: Casual (30 hours or less)
Job Number:
Division: Community & Government Relations
Opening Date: 02/20/2024
Closing Date: Continuous

SUMMARY

This position is a dual role as the Mascot Performer and Mascot Handler. Both roles are expected to be the spirited embodiment of our college, captivating audiences and fostering enthusiasm and excitement at events on campus and in the community. You'll represent Gateway Technical College with energy, charisma, and professionalism while wearing our beloved Rudy the Red Hawk mascot costume.

Being a member of the Rudy the Red Hawk mascot team is a minimum one-semester commitment. As Rudy the Red Hawk, you will participate in various Gateway, high school and community events. You must be willing to attend events during all three semesters, as well as during winter and spring breaks, as needed and available.

This position will work a flexible and varied schedule; must be available some nights and weekends; paid via a stipend based on hours worked for any event.
RESPONSIBILITIES

Character Embodiment: Portray our mascot character with enthusiasm and authenticity, embodying its personality traits, gestures, and mannerisms.
Event Representation: Attend various events, including community gatherings, and promotional functions, engaging and interacting with attendees to create a lively and memorable experience.
Performance Excellence: Maintain high energy levels throughout appearances, executing routine and spontaneous interactions to entertain and engage audiences.
Brand Ambassadorship: Act as a positive ambassador for Gateway, upholding its values and conveying its messaging through non-verbal communication and engaging interactions.
Costume Management: Responsible for the proper care, handling, and upkeep of the mascot costume, including changing in and out of the attire and ensuring its cleanliness and maintenance.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with event organizers, handlers, and support staff to coordinate appearances and ensure a seamless and successful event presence.

Please note the above is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job with or without notice.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED IN THE POSITION
Required:

• 18 years or older
• Reliable transportation (retrieve costume, travel to and from event, and return the costume OR a combination)
• Physically able to fit within the size requirements of the mascot costume
• Ability to wear costume for an extended period of time
• Ability to walk, stand, and perform for duration of event
• Independence, reliability, confidentiality, respect and integrity
• Ability to communicate verbally/non-verbally and interact positively with diverse audiences

How to Apply:

To be considered for a mascot actor position, you will need to fill out an application online.

Application materials submitted via mail, fax, email or in-person will not be considered.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation will be in a form of a stipend and based on the county of the individual's home address & event hours
• Event hours includes the time to pick up and return the costume
• No additional benefits are offered

Event Hours

Kenosha and Racine County

Resident

Walworth County

Resident

1-under 5

$100

$125

5-under 7

$150

$175

7-under 10

$250

$275
Conditions of Employment:

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
• Flexibility is needed to accommodate day, evening and weekend student & business needs

GuideNot Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally

Occupation required this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
Frequently Occupation required this activity from 33% - 66%% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
Continuously Occupation required this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
Physical DemandsPhysical Demands Frequency
Lift/Carry Frequency Sitting Not  Applicable
0 - 10 lbs Occasionally Standing Continuously
11 - 20 lbs Occasionally Walking Continuously
21 - 50 lbs Frequently

Reaching Overhead Occasionally
51 - 100 lbsNot Applicable Reaching at or Below Shoulder Level Occasionally
Over 100 lbsNot Applicable Keyboarding Not  Applicable
Stooping Occasionally
Push / Pull Yes / No Crouching Occasionally
12 lbs or less

Occasionally Kneeling Occasionally
13 - 25 lbs Occasionally Crawling Not  Applicable
26 - 40 lbs Occasionally

Climbing Ramps or Stairs Occasionally
41 - 100 lbsNot Applicable Climbing Ladders, Ropes or Scaffolding Not Applicable
Over 100 lbsNot Applicable Driving Frequently
Traveling - overnight stay(s)
Not Applicable
Hearing Requirement Yes / No

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