Seasonal Mascot

As a Seasonal Mascot at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, your main responsibilities involve embodying the character during events, engaging with guests, and providing entertaining photo opportunities. You'll stay fully 'in character' throughout the event, ensuring guests have an unforgettable experience. When not in costume, you'll assist other mascots and help with guest interactions, ensuring a smooth and exciting event atmosphere.

To qualify for the Seasonal Mascot role at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, you should have previous experience in acting, dancing, or mascot roles. We’re looking for individuals who are reliable, responsible, and can work comfortably in full-body costumes. A strong ability to follow direction, improvise, and maintain the character persona is essential for this position.

Absolutely! The Fairmont Scottsdale Princess is committed to career development and offers opportunities for advancement. Seasonal Mascots can explore possibilities that lead to full-time positions or other roles within the hotel, as the company values continuous learning and supports its employees in their career journeys.

As a Seasonal Mascot at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, you’ll have the chance to be part of various exciting events throughout the year, including the WM Phoenix Open, Easter celebrations, Summer festivities, and the magical Christmas at the Princess! Each event provides a unique backdrop for you to engage with guests and bring smiles to their faces.

The work schedule for a Seasonal Mascot at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess includes evenings, weekends, and holidays, as these are the prime times for events. Flexibility in your availability is key to ensuring you can participate in these engaging occasions and interact with our guests during peak times.

In answering this question, focus on any past acting, dancing, or mascot work you’ve done. Highlight relevant roles or activities where you engaged with an audience, showcased your performance skills, or contributed to creating memorable experiences.

To effectively stay 'in character', it's important to thoroughly understand the character's persona and attributes. Discuss techniques that help you bring the character to life, such as visualizing their traits, drawing on past experiences, or practicing improvisational skills to engage with guests.

Provide a specific example where improvisation was key to enhancing the guest experience. Explain how you assessed the situation, made quick decisions, and how your actions positively influenced the outcome of the interaction.

Discuss the importance of energy, enthusiasm, and active engagement in creating memorable guest experiences. You may also highlight how understanding and reacting to guest reactions can enhance their enjoyment and leave lasting impressions.

In a position as a Seasonal Mascot, remaining calm and courteous is essential. Talk about using creative gestures or expressions to diffuse the situation while upholding the character’s ideals, ensuring that all guests feel valued and respected.

Mention unique features of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, such as its world-class hospitality, luxury amenities, and iconic events. Express your enthusiasm for being part of such a remarkable establishment and how you would contribute to its atmosphere.

Preparation can include warming up physically, familiarizing yourself with the costume, ensuring comfort and mobility, and practicing your character's mannerisms. Share tips like staying hydrated and managing the heat if performing in warmer conditions.

Teamwork is vital in this role. Emphasize communication skills, how you support fellow mascots, coordinate with event staff, and your ability to work together to enhance the guest experience, creating a cohesive and energetic performance.

Share your passion for spreading joy and creating connections with diverse audiences. Explain how these interactions allow you to make a positive impact and why you find fulfillment in bringing happiness to people's experiences.

Your answer should reflect your excitement about joining an esteemed establishment like the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. Discuss how this role aligns with your interests, skills, and professional goals while emphasizing your desire to enrich guests' experiences.