Also called: Team Mascot
Performs as a team's costumed mascot at games, community events, and on social media.
Inside a hot costume, they pull off stunts, dance, hype crowds, and interact with kids, all without speaking. Pro mascots also make hundreds of community appearances a year. It's physical, creative, and secretive.
Estimate. College and minor league mascots earn little; top NBA and NFL mascots reportedly earn $100k+.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. No degree required; many start as college mascots. Gymnastics, dance, and improv skills help.
Ways in: On-the-job training. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Theatre, Communications, Physical Education.
Growing about average. Few full-time jobs.
Low risk for 10 years. Live, physical entertainment in a costume stays human.
Age 16+. One way to start: Watch for minor-league or college mascot auditions, or apply to party companies for costumed character gigs
Classes: Drama, Dance or gymnastics, Physical education.
Official data: O*NET occupation 27-2099.
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