How to Become a Mascot

Mascots are an integral part of getting the crow revved up at sporting events of all levels. Be it high school, college or professional sports, mascots bring personality and flare to any game. In order to become a mascot, a certain level of physical fitness and the ability to interact positively with a crowd is required. Once your skills are honed, it is time to get ready for your audition.

Things You'll Need

  • Mascot training
  • Application
  • Dance training
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Instructions

    • 1

      Observe other mascots to get a feel for their mannerisms and interaction with the crowd during the game. Understand the personality that a mascot is supposed to convey and try to understand how different actions convey different emotions without the use of words.

    • 2

      Find out the audition time and requirements for the mascot position that you are seeking. Professional and minor league sports teams may post mascot openings on their job sites, while school students should contact a student activities coordinator for information on auditions. Ask the audition coordinator what kind of skills are required for the mascot and how the audition process will work.

    • 3

      Practice physical skills that will enhance the personality of a mascot. Dance classes, gymnastics experience and overall fitness can be beneficial to mascots. Rehearse your movements in front of a mirror or video camera to gain an understanding of how your actions look to other people. Remember that all of a mascot's emotions must be displayed through motion opposed to voice or facial expressions.

    • 4

      Show up to the audition in a positive mood, wearing comfortable clothing and prepared with a routine that covers all of the points requested by the audition coordinator. Be ready to answer interview questions that cover your experience relative to being a mascot, interest in sports, personal hobbies and education.

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      Be willing to attend multiple auditions. Novice mascots may have to audition for several different positions before being selected to entertain the crowds. Do not hesitate to ask the people that you have auditioned for what you need to improve on to better your chances of selection in the future.