Reports to: Director Game Production & Events
Job Summary:
The Hamilton Sports Group are looking for dedicated, responsible & active individuals with a flexible
schedule to dress as the mascots for community events, appearances & game days as needed. Selected individuals will be added to our list of mascots to contact for games and events.
This position pays per game/event.
Essential Functions:
- Perform as the mascot personality in the eyes of the public.
- Interact with kids and fans during events in a positive and exciting way.
- Work with mascot spotter to ensure both fan and mascot safety
- Appearances may also include but not limited to suite visits, crowd prompts, dancing & various photo opportunities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Expression of a friendly, engaging, enthusiastic & animated personality within a non-speaking role.
- Must be comfortable performing & interacting with fans in front of large crowds.
- Good physical condition with the ability to withstand the demands of performing in a costume.
- Ability to be self-sufficient and work individually when needed.
- Flexible schedule – Must be able to work home games, nights/weekends and holidays as required.
- Prior mascot or related experience preferred but not required.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Must be able to provide proof of full vaccination
Operations Team Member
Start Date: February 2023
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Forge FC are looking for energetic, passionate, and dedicated individuals to join our Operations Team. Successful applicants will join our Team in providing a world-class game-day experience throughout the 2023 season at Tim Hortons Field.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Set-up and tear down of all game-day marketing and corporate activations
- Set-up all premium and non-premium ticketing areas, including but not limited to the Club Level, Suite Level, and Stelco North End
- Execute stadium conversion from Forge to Tiger-Cats and vice versa, including all in-bowl branding
- Set-up of any event spaces utilized during games or on off days
- Set-up all parking infrastructure and signage
- Assist all other departments to ensure that the game-day experience is a success
- Assist with stadium setup for licensee events
- Work in a variety of weather conditions, including the possibility of inclement weather
Ideal candidates possess:
- A charismatic, cheerful, and energetic personality
- A strong work ethic and the ability to work well in a team environment
- Ability to follow directions and work without direct supervision
- Excellent problem solving skills
- An ability to work well under pressure while remaining calm in all situations
- Passion for football, soccer, and the Hamilton community
Operations Team Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be able to work 75% of Tiger-Cats and Forge FC games
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs
- Availability during weekdays is an asset, but not a requirement
- Must comply with all Tiger-Cats and Forge FC personal hygiene and grooming guidelines
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.
