JOB SUMMARY:

The Richmond Flying Squirrels are seeking energetic, talented, and creative performers to make up the Flying Squirrel’s 2026 Squirrels Squad Entertainment Team, specifically performing the role of “Flingo the Flamingo and the Whacky Hot Dog Vendor”. The Squirrels Squad’s main role will be to enhance pre-game performances and entertainment, between inning promotions and elevating the overall game day ‘show’. The ideal candidate should have the ability to toss over the top of stadium netting, run distances & have FUNN doing it! If you want to combine your love of sports with your love of entertainment, this is the position for you! 

 

·       Provide energetic, engaging and fan-focused entertainment to enhance the in-game experience.

·       Perform in pre-game and in-game performances on-field and throughout the ballpark. 

·       Perform as Flingo the Flamingo and the Whacky Hot Dog Vendor in the second inning of each game

·       Ability to throw long & high distances, while wearing a costume.

·       Attend promotional rundown meeting to be assigned that night’s duties.

·       Assist in performing and planning in-game skits with Nutzy and Nutasha.

·       Assist Funn Bunch with between inning promotions by being performance ‘plants’ for in-game contests.

·       Perform as various costumed characters for in-game entertainment including but not limited to, Mixed Nut Race, Dancing Drag Team and more! 

·       Be a positive fixture throughout CarMax Park providing exceptional entertainment and fan experience.

·       Have FUNN!
 
 
 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

·       Demonstrated enthusiasm, energy, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

·       Must be available for at least 75% of Richmond Flying Squirrels home games, as well as a flexible schedule that accommodates nights, weekends, and holidays.

·       Energetic, outgoing personality and positive attitude.

·       Strong work ethic.

·       Local candidates are preferred.

·       Strong performance skills such as dancing, singing, juggling, acting, acrobatics, ability to play an instrument and more.

·       Ability and willingness to perform as various characters.

·       Ability to be flexible in ever changing situations such as weather delays, extra innings, etc. 

·       Comfortability working with fans of all ages, including children. 

 

·       Ability to maintain good physical condition and withstand the physical demands of performing in a mascot costume, including prolonged activity in varying weather conditions.

·       Capacity to work collaboratively as a team player alongside full-time and part-time staff in fast-paced, live-event environments.

·       Must meet specific height requirements to properly fit existing mascot costumes (approximately 5’8” – 6’2”)

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.  

  

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is constantly required to stand, walk, climb stairs, speak, and hear/listen.  The employee is frequently required to sit. They are occasionally required to lift, carry, push, pull, handle, grasp, and employ eye/hand/foot coordination. The position requires constant light or moderate work and occasionally work that requires heavy physical effort. The position is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and humidity and frequent elevated noise levels. 
 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.