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Under general supervision, the Amigo Man Mascot will perform as a mascot, possess excellent non-verbal communication skills and be physically fit. Candidate must also have a creative and humorous personality with great improvisational skills. Successful candidates must also be responsible, organized and be a positive member of a front office staff.
Job Responsibility:
Develop the character of the City of El Paso Mascot “Amigo Man”
Perform at all events determined by Destination El Paso/City of El Paso
Perform and/or provide support to all necessary community appearances
Responsible for mascot costume operations including, care, cleaning, maintenance, etc
Work directly with the Tourism, Convention Development departments with any promotions necessary
Create goodwill in community
Create, schedule, organize, and plan all outside community appearances
Develop and participate in a character branding program
May be assigned additional tasks at Directors discretion
Requirements:
Mascot experience is preferred
Ability to endure extreme heat conditions
Own transportation with valid driver's license and vehicle insurance
Basic computer knowledge in Microsoft Office Tools
Subject to background check
Must be well organized and flexible to meet time, priority and workload demands
Ability to analyze and interpret common social expressions and clients’ needs or wants relating to the mascot
Strong communication skills with all levels within the organization
Ability to troubleshoot situations without delay and act accordingly
Perform mascot duties in a manner deemed acceptable according to Destination El Paso standards
Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs
Must be available to work flexible hours including some days, nights, holidays and weekends
Fan friendly and outgoing individual
Works well with children and other staff members at many events
Good physical condition
Must be able to fit and work in a costume
Must be good representative of Destination El Paso & the brand