Department: Marketing - Game Day

Reports to: Manager, Ballpark Entertainment

Classification: Part-Time/Non-Exempt (Seasonal)

 

Summary/Objective:

The Corpus Christi Hooks Baseball Club, Double-A Affiliate of the Houston Astros, is seeking entertainers to perform as the Hooks mascots, Rusty Hook and Sammy Seagull. The position will work all Hooks home games, along with other non-game time special events throughout the community during the year.

 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Interact and connect with fans in the ballpark and community.
• Responsible for mascot costume operations including creativity, care, cleaning & maintenance
• Provide entertainment alongside the Coastal Crew during in-game promotions.
• Contribute ideas to maintain creativity of entertainment.
• Create a fun and energetic game day experience by personally interacting with fans.
• Maintain and ensure proper use of mascot equipment.
• Represent the Hooks in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

Education and/or Experience & Skills:

• Outgoing enthusiasm and high energy
• Ability to work all Hooks home games in 2023 plus special events
• Ability to work long hours, nights, weekends, and holidays
• Work well with coworkers and fans of all ages
• Effective communication skills using only body gestures
• Prior entertainment experience as a performer

 

Work Environment

This job operates in a stadium setting. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. This job will be expected to work indoor and outdoor in moderate weather conditions. 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and focused vision. Ability to work in a hands-on position in all weather extremes for extended periods of time. Ability to stand and be on your feet for long periods of time (30 minutes or more).

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time seasonal position. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

 

Travel:

Travel may be expected in this role.

 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability

ExperiencePreferred

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