Mascot Performer - Edmonton Oil Kings

About OEG: OEG Sports & Entertainment delivers North America’s leading sports and entertainment experiences to connect our fans to their passions. Located in the heart of the ICE District, OEG owns the 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Edmonton Oilers, the WHL’s three-time Memorial Cup Champion Edmonton Oil Kings, and the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors. OEG operates Rogers Place, North America’s premier and most technologically advanced sports and entertainment venue. The 18,647 seat, $480 million arena is among the most technologically enabled sports facilities in North America as well as the first LEED Silver-certified NHL Facility in Canada. Our vision is to be a Global Leader in Sports & Entertainment. Together, we inspire our fans by connecting them to their passions, which is ours as well! We play hard as a team, and with devoted integrity towards our common purpose. We have commitments to innovation and growth, combined with performance excellence that ensures a fair return on investment. We develop our people to be leaders in our industry, and we invest in our communities. Through our world class talent, we strive to WIN. ON and OFF the ICE. Role Summary: Reporting to the Director, Event Presentation & Production, the Louie the Lion performer is responsible for bringing the mascot character to life at the Oil Kings home games and community events and appearances. Core Responsibilities and Duties: * Perform as Louie the Lion and embody the character during Oil Kings home games, community events and special appearances * Proactively engage with all Rogers Place guests * Make a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our guests Education, Experience and Skills: * Experience performing in a suit as a school or business mascot will be considered an asset * Knowledge of hockey and/or Oil Kings game presentation will be considered an asset * Able to perform mildly strenuous activity for several hours at a time * Superior interpersonal communication skills * Strong presentation skills * Positive, energetic and professional attitude * Passion for the sports and entertainment industry * Schedule flexibility to work game nights and community events; will be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays based on WHL schedule Next Steps: Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Those moving forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our team. Stay in Touch! Official Edmonton Oilers Website | NHL.com [https://www.nhl.com/oilers/]

The performer is responsible for bringing the Louie the Lion character to life during Edmonton Oil Kings home games and community appearances. The role focuses on proactively engaging with guests to create a positive and memorable experience.

Candidates should have a positive, energetic attitude and the physical ability to perform strenuous activity in a suit for several hours. Experience as a mascot and knowledge of hockey game presentation are considered assets.

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• Mascot Performance
• Guest Engagement
• Interpersonal Communication
• Presentation Skills
• Physical Stamina
• Professionalism

• Sports & Recreation
• Creative & Media
• Hospitality

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week