Wolf Trap “Wolfie” Mascot (Seasonal, 0-15 hours per week, late April to mid-September)

Title:

Wolf Trap “Wolfie” Mascot (Seasonal, 0-15 hours per week, late April to mid-September)

Work Schedule:

To include weekend and evening hours in support of performances and off-site events

Position Location:

100% On-site

Pay Rate:

$18.55/hour

Benefits:

403(b) Retirement Plan; Complimentary tickets to select performances; Discounts at Concessions and the Gift Shop

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Wear the Wolfie costume and represent Wolf Trap at a variety of local and community events and Wolf Trap performances.
• Wave, give high-fives, walk around, and interact with patrons.
• Create a friendly, fun and cheerful atmosphere for event attendees.
• Pose with children, families, and other patrons for pictures.
• Responsible for keeping Wolfie costume clean and in good condition. Wolf Trap to cover all costs associated with cleaning and maintenance of costumes.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must be 18 years old.
• Must be physically fit and in good health to endure conditions including extreme high temperatures while wearing heavy costume.
• Height requirement: must be between 5'5"-5'9" to fit Wolfie costume.
• Previous mascot, acting, or athletic experience is strongly preferred
• Ability to interact in front of large crowds and engage with families and children.
• High-energy individual who has confidence, charisma, and an outgoing personality.
• Excellent non-verbal communication skills. 
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Needs to be available to work weekends, weekdays, weeknights, and some holidays.
• Flexibility is required due to adjusted show times, appearances, and the uncertainty of live entertainment.

MASCOT CONDUCT

• Wolfie must maintain an appropriate demeanor at all times.
• Wolfie will always have an assistant to help see, move, and interact with guests.
• Although Wolfie should not speak to anyone, they can quietly tell their assistant if they need anything (especially if they are in need of water or a bathroom break).
• Wolfie should refrain from taking off any part of the costume in a public location.
• The Wolfie costume should not be worn in the rain, bad weather, or during a heat advisory.

We’re pleased to consider applicants who will be physically located in and who will have a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia for the duration of their employment. The Foundation does not offer fully remote work for any positions. Applicants who reside in any other state would be required to be physically located in and provide a local address in Virginia, Maryland, or the District of Columbia prior to starting work for Wolf Trap Foundation. 

Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment that embraces and encourages different perspectives.  We work to reflect and be representative of the communities in which we serve and in which we reside.  Qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans who need assistance or an accommodation in our job application processes should contact hr@wolftrap.org. An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a background check.