Mascot Assistant (PT) - Austin, Tx

Mascot Assistant (PT) - Austin, Tx

Location: Austin, TX / Non-Exempt 

At Spurs Sports & Entertainment (SS&E), we work in service of something bigger than ourselves. To us it is so much more than just a game or concert.  It takes all the members of our Spurs team to harness the power of sports and entertainment to create moments that excite, memories that endure, and connections that strengthen our community.

SS&E owns and operates the San Antonio Spurs (NBA), Austin Spurs (NBA G-League), and the San Antonio FC (USL), and manages day-to-day operations of the Frost Bank Center, Toyota Field, and STAR Complex.   

We know that our people are our greatest asset as an organization.

We aspire to provide our teams with meaningful work, to live our values - Integrity, Success & Caring – day-to-day in what we do and foster an inclusive culture for our 1K+ employee workforce.  

Mascot Assistants have the opportunity to see the entertainment side of sports marketing firsthand.  Assistants will work directly with the San Antonio Spurs (NBA) franchise, deal with off-site contacts and the implementation of the mascot’s performance.

Assistants will serve as the voice for the mascots, represent the organization during community events and help to facilitate elements of entertainment on behalf of the mascot.

The Mascot Assistant may also be required to assist with games and perform as costumed characters.

What You’ll Do: 


* Assist mascots during appearances and games throughout San Antonio, Austin and the surrounding South Texas areas. 


* Provide a high level of customer service to internal and external customers, event coordinators and fans. 


* Assist with event preparation duties, such as but not limited to, finalizing event logistics, and set up/break down of supplies and props. 


* Assist mascots with creative performance planning and execution for San Antonio Spurs & Austin Spurs events and games. 


* Additional related duties as assigned. 

Who You Are:  


* A flexible schedule; including nights, weekends, and holidays


* Must have reliable transportation and the ability to pass a background check



* Communicates effectively in front of large groups and children


* Must have reliable forms of communication (i.e.

cell phone and email)


* Is outgoing and resourceful


* Self-starter, pro-active, highly motivated


* Detail oriented


* Entertainment experience preferred

Physical Requirements:


* Must be able to stand for a long period of time.


* Must be able to hold 25 pounds for an extended period.

In every position, each employee is expected to: demonstrate alignment with SS&E’s core values and mission, collaborate with internal/external community members and demonstrate ongoing development.  

If you don’t have experience in every single bullet above, no sweat – we still want to hear from you and encourage you to apply!   

  



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