Mascot Assistant

Job Description

Mascot Assistant (PT) - San Antonio, TX

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 first hand. Assistants have the opportunity to work primarily with the San Antonio Spurs (NBA) mascots and staff, dealing with the off-site contacts, the implementation of the mascot's performance from client requests, serving as the voice for the mascots during school shows, as well as providing added value to an event. Mascot Assistants are involved with the creative side as well and may be asked to work games after proper training. Light costume work may be possible or needed with the opportunity to be involved with the performance during an event. This position will provide occasional assistance to the Austin Spurs (G-League) and San Antonio FC (USL).

What You'll Do: 
• Assist mascots during events around the San Antonio area
• Provide security for Characters / Performers
• Assist Interactive Entertainment Representative with event preparation duties
• Example – Checking in with off-site contact
• Example – Coordinate event logistics
• Example – Setting up and breaking down of mascot props
• Assist mascots with creative performance planning for Austin Spurs, Spurs, and SAFC events.
• Example- Games
• Example- Video Skits
• Example- Special Events and School Shows
• Related duties as assigned

Who You Are:  
• Flexible with schedule; willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays, when necessary.
• Must have reliable transportation and a good driving record.
• Lives in San Antonio, TX or surrounding areas.
• Speaks well in front of people, works well with children and the 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.

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!  
*SS&E is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

Nothing contained in this job description is intended to be a contract of employment, nor does any information contained herein represent a guarantee of employment for a specific duration.  Your employment with SS&E is ''at will'', which means that either you or SS&E may terminate the relationship at any time. Essential functions listed above must be performed with or without accommodations. 

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r04y26-18-117-77-153-42 in your application.