The A's need you help, folks. They are currently seeking a part-time, seasonal Stomper. The Oakland Athletics' mascot is responsible for but not limited to the following:
- Performing at all A’s Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday home games and at a select number of other games during the 2009 season
- Performing at private parties, parades, festivals, grand openings, etc. on specified days during the week and on weekends throughout the year
- Performing at off-site community appearances
- Creating skits, dance routines, and other forms of mascot-related entertainment and crowd interaction
- Responsible for researching, creating and/or purchasing props and costumes for the mascot
- Represent the A’s as Stomper at special Major League Baseball functions including the annual All-Star game
- Assist with the marketing and scheduling the mascot program to generate revenue within company guidelines
A few things about Stomper: She was born Stomper Ele Phant, her parents are Stella and Stanley Ele Phant, likes to dance and beat box, and drives a smiling Chevron car.
If you want to tryout for this glorious position, please apply online and send a DVD of a live performance along with a cover letter and resume to Oakland A’s, Special Events Dept. attention: Mascot Opening, 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94621. Applications are by November14, 2008.
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