Mascot Backup

About this role

The Detroit Lions are seeking an energetic, talented, and motivated individual to serve as Roary, the team’s mascot, in a part-time backup role. This position will work closely with the Head of Mascot Programming and will also support Roary as a handler during appearances and events as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Attend appearances as Roary at community events, promotional engagements, and Detroit Lions events, including evenings, weekdays, and holidays as needed

• Maintain the integrity and consistency of the Roary character by adhering to established mannerisms, body language, personality traits, and fan interaction standards

• Serve as Roary’s handler at select appearances, assisting with event logistics, crowd engagement, safety, and overall mascot support as needed

• Assist with crowd management and maintaining a safe, positive environment for fan and staff, including proactively identify and de-escalating potential conflicts and following all established security protocols and event procedures

• Ensure the mascot costume is properly maintained, cleaned, and presented in accordance with organizational appearance and care standards

• Support the development and maintenance of mascot program policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with safety standards, organizational expectations, and industry best practices

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must be motivated, reliable, and able to work independently or as part of a team

• Maintain professionalism when communicating with internal and external contacts

• Meets challenges with resourcefulness and creativity

• Will keep appropriate information confidential

• Will accept other responsibilities and duties required by the supervisor consistent with the objectives and essential functions of this position

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

• Prior mascot or costume performance experience required; experience with a collegiate or professional sports team preferred

• Prior experience in crowd management, security, and/or conflict resolution, with the ability to remain composed under pressure in a public or event based environment highly preferred

• Ability to meet physical demands of mascot duties, including extended periods of time in costume, high-energy movement, and maintaining performance stamina during appearances

• Must be able to safely and effectively perform mascot duties in the team’s standard mascot costume, which is designed to fit individuals approximately 5’10”-6’1” tall.

• Ability to be energetic, enthusiastic, confident, comedic and outgoing within Roary’s established performance guidelines.

• Strong communication, time management, organizational, and punctuality skills

• Ability to be trained and cross-utilized to support other activities as necessary

• Knowledge of the Detroit Lions and Roary brands

• Must understand and consistently practice safe performance techniques, prioritizing personal safety, fan safety, and adherence to all established protocols during appearances

• Must be able to work non-traditional hours in a variety of settings, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required by events, appearances, and game schedules

• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

• Must reside within 50 miles of the Metro Detroit area

• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; must be willing and able to travel throughout the Metro Detroit area and beyond for games, rehearsals, and appearances, and transport costume and related materials to off-site events as needed

Disclaimer: This is a part-time, backup position.