Trainee-Mascot

Kansas City Royals•Kansas City, MO

12d

About The Position

The Kansas City Royals are seeking an energetic, creative, and highly motivated Mascot Trainee to assist in all aspects of the Sluggerrr mascot program. This immersive, year-long opportunity is designed for aspiring mascot performers and sports entertainment professionals to gain hands-on experience in a Major League Baseball mascot program. The successful candidate will receive direct mentorship while contributing to live entertainment, community outreach, social media content, event operations, and mascot performance. The Mascot Trainee will work closely with the Manager of Mascot Operations to help create memorable fan experiences at Kauffman Stadium and throughout the community. The role includes assisting with mascot appearances and game-day entertainment, creating content, coordinating program operations, maintaining costumes and equipment, and performing general administrative duties. The commitment runs from January 2027 through October/November 2027.

Requirements

Minimum age of 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
One-year commitment from January 2027 through October/November 2027.
Candidates must submit a highlight reel and/or performance video for consideration.
Reliable transportation required.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
Must be between 5'11" and 6'3" to properly fit existing mascot costumes.
Ability to perform in costume for extended periods and in varying weather conditions.
Ability to lift items weighing as much as 25 pounds.
Must be able to be productive utilizing a computer keyboard and telephone.
Must be able to work in an environment where the noise level can be high at times.
Specific vision abilities include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Must be comfortable walking to navigate the facility to access the office, concourse, and other areas.
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as required by deadlines and event scheduling.

Nice To Haves

Passion for mascot performance, sports entertainment, and fan engagement.
Strong interest in pursuing a career in mascots, entertainment, promotions, or sports marketing.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Creativity and a strong understanding of non-verbal storytelling and character performance.
Ability to receive coaching, feedback, and performance direction.
Self-motivated with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
Basic knowledge of Major League Baseball and the sports entertainment industry.
Experience performing as a mascot, entertainer, performer, cheerleader, actor, dancer, or in a similar live entertainment role.

Responsibilities

Serve as a trained backup performer for mascot appearances as assigned.
Assist with school assemblies, community appearances, corporate events, and promotional activities.
Support Sluggerrr during appearances through logistical coordination and performance assistance.
Learn and perform established mascot character standards and program expectations.
Assist with game-day entertainment operations and fan engagement initiatives.
Support the execution of in-game promotions, skits, and entertainment elements.
Contribute creative ideas for performances, promotions, and fan experiences.
Participate in prop construction, music editing, and video production projects.
Assist with the creation and management of Sluggerrr social media content.
Help develop engaging, creative, and timely content across digital platforms.
Research industry trends, mascot programs, and entertainment best practices.
Assist with scheduling, promoting, and coordinating mascot appearances.
Help supervise and support part-time mascot personnel.
Maintain mascot costumes, wardrobe, props, locker room areas, and equipment.
Perform general administrative and office duties.
Maintain regular office hours and assist with special projects as assigned.