Mascot and Handler – Special Event Appearance
Job Description
Casting a reliable and energetic mascot performer and handler for a special appearance at a children’s hospital event in Chicago. This opportunity is ideal for talent who enjoy interacting with families, bringing joy to young audiences, and representing a brand in a fun and professional way. The appearance involves light movement, guest engagement, and maintaining a friendly presence throughout the event.
Job Responsibilities
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Engage with guests and families in a positive, welcoming manner
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Represent the brand with professionalism and enthusiasm
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Mascot: Perform in costume and maintain high energy
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Handler: Assist mascot performer, help with crowd interaction, and ensure safety
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Arrive on time and prepared for the event duration
Requirements
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Outgoing and dependable personality
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Comfortable interacting with children and families
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Ability to perform light movement (mascot role)
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Professionalism and reliability
Compensation
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Handler: $100 flat
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Mascot: $120 flat
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1099 payment, paid weekly
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Mascot / Costume Character Performers – Midwest Live Events
Job Description
Now casting mascot and costume character performers for live events across the Midwest. Production is seeking high-energy performers to bring characters to life at large-scale events in Indianapolis, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and St. Louis.
This opportunity is ideal for experienced mascot performers, physical actors, dancers, or entertainers comfortable working in full costume. Performers must be expressive through body language and able to engage live audiences while maintaining character throughout the event.
If you have strong stamina, stage presence, and experience in live entertainment or character performance, this is a high-paying opportunity to work recurring live events in major Midwest markets.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform as a mascot or costumed character at live events
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Maintain character performance for extended periods
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Engage and interact with audiences in a lively, professional manner
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Follow choreography or directional cues as needed
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Represent the brand professionally at public appearances
Requirements
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Height between 5’6” and 6’0”
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Comfortable performing in full costume
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Strong physical stamina and expressive body movement
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Available to work in Midwest cities including Indianapolis, Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, or St. Louis
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Prior mascot, costume character, dance, or live event experience preferred
Compensation
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$800 per live event
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Paid live event performance opportunities
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Work in major Midwest cities