Department: Marketing & CommunicationsReports to: Sr. Manager, Brand EngagementClassification: Part-Time/Non-exempt/SeasonalSummary/Objective: A dynamic and talented individual with drive and dedication to create a family-friendly atmosphere and interactive experience for our fans at Houston Astros home games. As a member of the Coca-Cola Shooting Stars, you will have a visible role as a dancer/performer and an ambassador of the Houston Astros brand in and around Houston, adding a more personal touch to games and community events.Essential Functions & Responsibilities:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Appear as an ambassador of the Houston Astros organization through our in-game promotions and entertainment, community outreach and charity events.
- Create lifelong memories for Astros fans.
- Following through on the Astros commitment to delivering a positive, memorable experience for all fans
- Attend ALL monthly team meetings and other team meetings as determined by the Houston Astros.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
If selected to join the Shooting Stars team for 2025, you commit to attending all mandatory events, including but not limited to:
- Team Training: January 15th (6:00pm-9:00pm)
- Team Training/ Photo Day: January 18th (6:00am-5:00pm)
- Fanfest: January 25th (9:00am-5:00pm) 2025 TEAM DEBUT
- Video Shoot Practice: January 28th (6:00pm-9:00pm) February 1st (1:00pm-5:00pm)
- Video Shoot Day: February 2nd- (9:00am-5:00pm)
- Dance Bootcamp: February 13th (6:30pm-9:30pm) February 15th (1:00pm-5:00pm) February 16th (10:00am-2:00pm)
- Dance Practice: Wednesday, February 19th (7:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dance Practice: Wednesday, February 26th (7:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dance Practice (Dugouts): Monday, March 5th (7:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dance Practice (Dugouts): Monday, March 12th (7:00pm-10:00pm)
- Dance Practice (Dugouts): Monday, March 19th (7:00pm-10:00pm)
- Opening Day Practice: March 26th (6:00pm-9:00pm) *Date Subject to Change
- Team Meetings/ Practices: April 15th and 17th, May 6th and 8th, June 3rd and 5th, July 15th and 17th, August 19th and 21st, September 9th and 11th (6:00pm-10:00pm)
Education and/or Experience & Skills:Required
- Must exhibit a positive attitude that exudes confidence and enthusiasm while engaging with fans and Astros teammates.
- Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and uphold our core values of Trust, Integrity, and Excellence.
- Strong public speaking and communication skills.
- Adaptable to working in environments with both small and large crowds.
- Previous dance experience or training is preferred.
- Must live within 100 miles of Minute Maid Park.
- Ability to commit for a one-year term of service exclusive of other professional performance teams.
- Ability to multi-task and retain information in a fast-paced environment.
Work EnvironmentPosition will work in an indoor, outdoor, and stadium environment. The noise level is usually moderate but can be loud within the stadium environment. Must be able to work in all types of outdoor weather conditions and within a stadium environment.Physical DemandsWhile 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 regularly work on your feet for long hours and climb stairs/ramps throughout the ballpark. The position requires the ability to walk long distances and stand up 4 to 5 hours without a break. The ability to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion.Position Type and Expected Hours of WorkThis is a part-time position. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be available to work at least 60 home games beginning on Opening Day of the 2025 season.TravelLocal travel will be expected for this position for offsite events.Other DutiesPlease 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