Student Assistant, Character Performer

University of Florida • Gainesville, FL

7h • $20

About The Position

The Student Assistant, Character Performer will portray assigned costume characters while engaging guests through expressive, non verbal communication, character appropriate gestures, and family friendly interactions. Responsibilities include posing for photos, performing simple freestyle dancing when appropriate, and adhering to all performance guidelines, including maintaining character integrity, refraining from speaking, and upholding UF and Lastinger Center standards. The position is time-limited and soft-funded.

Requirements

• This position is open to all students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average.
• Registered students are employed on a part-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in hot, confining, heavy costume with limited range of vision covering your head
• Height and build requirements due to costume dimensions: Clifford: 5’6 to 5’10” between 120-150 lbs Brooks the Bobcat: 5’7” to 6’1” and average build
• Willingness to work at different locations in Florida, including outdoor locations
• Ability to remain in costume for extended periods, with breaks provided
• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort engaging with children and families

Responsibilities

• Portray assigned costume characters, including Clifford the Big Red Dog and Brooks the Bobcat
• Interact with guests using non-verbal communications, gestures, and character appropriate movements
• Pose for photos with event guests, families, and event staff
• Perform simple, family-friendly freestyle dancing when appropriate
• Follow all costume performance guidelines, including: No speaking while in costume No photos with other characters No behavior inconsistent with UF or Lastinger Center standards
• Remain aware of safety considerations and costume limitations, such as restricted vision and movement
• Assist with event set up and tear down as requested
• Maintain costume integrity by transporting, handling, and wearing costumes with care
• Support other character actors as their handler by transporting them to and from their primary location

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed