Company Information
For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer.
Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations.
If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer!
Job Summary
The LA Galaxy, Backup Mascot performer is responsible for creating memorable fan experiences, engaging with guests of all ages, and representing the club with professionalism both in and out of costume. This role brings the organization's brand to life through high‑energy, family‑friendly entertainment at games, community events, and promotional appearances. The performer must maintain character integrity, deliver consistent performance quality, and support the club's mission to enhance fan engagement and community connection.
Essential Functions
- Perform as the team mascot during home games, delivering high energy interactions, skits, and in game promotions.
- Represent the organization at schools, charity events, sponsor activations, and media opportunities.
- Interact with fans of all ages through photos, autographs, crowd work, and improvisational moments.
- Maintain character integrity, body language, and personality consistent with brand guidelines.
- Properly maintain, clean, and store mascot costume; report repairs or replacements needed.
- Participate in rehearsals, develop new routines, and collaborate with Game Presentation staff on creative content.
- Navigate crowds safely, manage high traffic areas, and adjust performance based on environment and audience.
- Uphold organizational values, professionalism, and confidentiality at all times.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or its equivalency
- 2-4 years: Mascot Experience (College or Professional)
- Demonstrates the ability to deliver high‑energy, engaging character performances that align with brand expectations.
- Exhibits interpersonal skills when interacting with guests of all ages to create memorable fan experiences.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 lbs unassisted, work in heat within a full body costume, and stand/walk for extended periods of time up to 3-hours.
- Ability to develop new skits, comedic moments, and fan engagement ideas.
- Demonstrates reliability, confidentiality, and ability to represent the organization positively.
- Demonstrates strong awareness of surroundings, crowd dynamics, and safety considerations to ensure positive and secure interactions.
- Ability to work closely with Game Presentation, Marketing, Partnership, and Community Relations teams.
- Proficient in social media preferred
Payscale: $50.00/hour
Bonus: This position is not eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements.
Benefits: Part-time: This position may be eligible for benefits (ACA qualification).
AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description.
AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law.
Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position.