It definitely looks warm in a mascot suit. However, they’re a bit deceptive in terms of the warmth they hold. Unfortunately, they can make even the most enthusiastic mascot a bit nippy on chilly nights or on parade day. Wear a Hat or Kerchief This may sound silly, especially if you’re wearing an entire head […]

If you’re an entertainer who is wondering how to become a mascot, the transition can be slightly more in-depth than you think. A mascot isn’t just a great character actor, they also need to represent a brand which comes with a lot of responsibility. If you want to learn how to become a mascot, start […]

Every job has its dos and don’ts. Performing as a mascot is no different. When you’re on the job, you’re acting as a representative of the company you work for. This is doubly so when you’re in a mascot costume, as the character you’re playing is closely associated with a brand or organization. However, performing […]

You’re preparing for a parade, and you want your part to go off without a hitch. With the right approach, you can steal the show at every corner you pass by. A critical part of the show will be your mascot character’s actions, which will draw the crowd’s attention and give them the energy they need […]

Now that you have your custom mascot suit, it’s time to find the right mascot performer to bring your character to life. If you are looking for mascot performers you have a few choices. You can have someone within your organization do the job, hold auditions, or work with an entertainment or employment agency. No […]

Put an untrained man or woman in a mascot costume, and that’s what your audience is going to see—some guy or girl stuffed into a hot costume. Put a trained mascot performer in that same costume, in front of that same audience and you’re going to make people pay attention. A mascot represents you and your […]

The key to great mascot performers is being able to touch the audience emotionally by bringing life to the character they play. People are crazy about meeting their favourite character. Had it not been for shaking hands with them, getting a photo clicked with the mascot or taking back memories for a lifetime, they would […]

Thousands of businesses have increased their brand awareness, and sales, by aligning their company with an appealing mascot. For example, who hasn’t heard of Ronald McDonald, Tony the Tiger, or Mickey Mouse? Mascots are widely used as teaching aids for children. Children generally connect to animal mascots, and have been known to respond to them, even when serious […]

Whether you need a new mascot for your school’s big hockey game, have enlisted Santa and elves for the holidays, or need an engaging, larger than life figure to draw attention during a product sampling campaign, it takes two things to ensure success –a well-designed mascot costume and a talented mascot performer. It Takes Heart […]

Being a mascot performer goes far beyond simply putting on a costume — you need to create a personality for your character and interact with your audience to make a lasting impression. You can’t just stand there like a statue but you also can’t just be overly rambunctious either unless of course your character calls […]