About the Indy Ignite
Indy Ignite brings the heat of professional women’s volleyball to Central Indiana. As part of Major League Volleyball, the nation’s premier pro volleyball league, our mission is to pursue victory, empower women and serve our community through the competitive world of pro volleyball. Together, we are paving the way for the next generation of women’s sports and inspiring girls to pursue their passion with relentless ambition. Indy Ignite ended its inaugural season in 2025 as the runner-up in the MLV Championship. We will begin our second season in January 2026.
Position Summary
Indy Ignite is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Mascot Handler to serve as the bodyguard, guide, voice, and support for our mascot, Pepper. This part-time position plays a critical role in ensuring Pepper delivers a safe, positive, and memorable fan experience at home matches and community events. The Mascot Handler will act as Pepper’s eyes and ears, assist in navigating crowds, maintain event schedules, and ensure the overall well-being of the performer inside the costume. This role requires confidence, strong communication skills, and a passion for engaging with fans of all ages while representing Indy Ignite in a professional and upbeat manner.
This position will be compensated at a rate of $50/event with some additional opportunities compensated at $10/hour. The position will span from January - May 2026 dependent on the Indy Ignite post season schedule.
Responsibilities Include
- Serve as Pepper’s primary support, ensuring her safety, comfort, and well-being during appearances.
- Escort Pepper throughout the arena and community events, managing her schedule and transitions between activities.
- Act as Pepper’s voice, engaging with fans and helping create fun, interactive moments.
- Maintain an approachable, positive, and enthusiastic demeanor at all times while representing Indy Ignite.
- Assist with crowd control, photo opportunities, and fan interactions to ensure smooth and memorable mascot experiences.
- Work closely with the Marketing and Fan Experience teams to execute mascot appearances according to planned schedules.
- Ensure the mascot costume is properly cared for, transported, and stored.
- Assist with set-up and tear-down of mascot areas and props during match days and events.
- Provide feedback and suggestions to enhance Pepper’s fan engagement and impact.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
- Prior experience with mascots preferred but not required.
- Be fun, confident, outgoing, and comfortable engaging with fans of all ages.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Currently living in Fishers, Indiana, or surrounding areas.
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
- Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to be a vocal presence while remaining positive and professional.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to work all or most of the 14 Indy Ignite home matches as well as occasional regional or local community events.
- Ability to easily stand, walk long distances, and move up and down stairs.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift objects such as mascot props or promotional items.
- Ability to bend, twist, stoop, and assist with mascot dressing and movement as needed.
- Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions including cold, wind, rain, and heat.
- Willingness to adapt and respond quickly in dynamic event environments.
- May require some out-of-town travel with necessary travel expenses covered by the Indy Ignite.
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.
