Mascot Trainee
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If you are driven to deliver exceptional fan experiences that are beyond anything possible elsewhere and interested in working alongside a team of innovators and enthusiastic over-achievers, you will enjoy working with us!The Atlanta Braves Trainee Program is designed for applicants who are interested in beginning a career in professional sports. Trainees will work full-time from January 2025 through November 2025. Applicants are encouraged to visit braves.com/trainee for more information prior to applying.The Mascot Trainee will assist the Senior Director, Entertainment & Events and Mascot Manager to ensure the Braves brand is properly utilized in creating ballpark and marketplace experiences while following the company's values. Entertainment & Events includes all brand activations at Truist Park, The Battery Atlanta, and across Braves country.The Entertainment & Events Department provides a quality and interactive entertainment experience that creates a unique Braves Baseball atmosphere. Our goal is to enhance the overall Fan Experience, thus drawing more guests to Truist Park and generate a desire to return. We also support the organization's goals by producing first-class special events throughout the year.KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:* Manage outside appearance requests & calendar.* Perform as the secondary Braves mascot at games, assigned events, and school shows.* Maintain order, stock, and cleanliness of Mascot green rooms and storage areas.* Assist in the creation of social media content.* Assist in the creation of mascot skits for gamedays.* Assist in the creation of props/costumes/etc.* Assist in suit maintenance and cleaning* Assist in managing teams for games and appearances* Assist in activating/performing/hosting Blooper's School Show* Oversee scheduling of mascot staff.* Assign daily roles for the mascot staff.* Assist with the planning and execution of Braves events as assigned.* Liaison with Community Affairs, Marketing, Corporate Partnerships, Event Operations and other departments on assigned events.* Track and report revenue from appearances and programs.* Provide excellent customer service with clients and fans.* Other roles as assigned.TRAINEE PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS:* College graduate, Bachelor's or Master's, with a GPA of at least 3.0 at graduation* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Ability to work effectively and relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds and within all levels of the company* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)* Customer service oriented* Excellent executive presence* Ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays* Must complete a background checkADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:* Experience in mascot performance, preferably in a sports, entertainment, or hospitality setting* Physically able to perform as a mascot for extended periods of time.* Possess highly creative skills, able to contribute to a brainstorming environment* Excellent interpersonal communication skills* Strong work ethic, dedication, and reliability* Physically capable of standing for long periods of time* Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds* Ability to work in various outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures & rain* Reliable transportation and driving proficiency. A valid driver's license is required.* Master's degree preferred* Possess a good business acumen with office and administrative experience, including: computing skills (Microsoft Office), verbal communication, organization, and appropriate attire.The Atlanta National League Baseball Club, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. A diverse workforce representing varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences is key to delivering on our business promise to our fans and the communities we serve. All qualified candidates are welcome to apply.If you are disabled as defined by the Americans With Disabilities Act and require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your online application, including making a change to the application process, please contact our Human Resources team at ...@braves.com