Mascot performers / walking acts (m/f/d) for live interactions at an event

We are looking for physically resilient actors and puppeteers (m/f/d) to bring our mascot to life through their performance. Character performers who inspire visitors with their performance, generate attention and interactions with high social media content.

The assignments invite you to expand your own profile in the area of live interaction and improvisation in the role of the mascot and to improve your acting skills.

Your tasks:

• Performing the mascot as a walking act in a full-body costume

• Creating the character profile of the character

• Always appearing friendly and open as a representative of the organizer

• Presentation & appearance in video formats, e.g. for social media

• Careful & careful handling of our costumes, this also includes small cleaning and care measures

We offer:

• Predictable, fair income over 6 months:

• Regular assignments between 16.04. and 11.10.2026 at a unique, relevant major open-air event near Düsseldorf

• Approx. 45 daily assignments per performer - corresponds to approx. 1600,- € / month on a fee basis, additional half-day assignments are possible as well as assignments before 16.04.2026 (daily flat rate (8h) with several set times: 220 € I half-day flat rate (4h) with several set times: 140 € each including buyout)

• Adequate break times between the set times and drinks

• An accompaniment during the set times

• Press coverage after the event period

Requirements profile:

• Height: 1.78 to 1.85 m, living in the Düsseldorf/Neuss/Cologne area

• Normal to athletic figure, short hair or low hair volume (the costume cannot be played with long hair)

• Physically fit, resilient with appropriate mobility

• Experience in the presentation of characters/mascot performance, theater, acting, puppetry

• Talent for improvisation, creativity, situational awareness for the audience and for good social media content

• Independent way of working & good knowledge of German

• No allergies to dust, pollen or common textile cleaning agents

• Willingness to work & availability: The assignments can take place on all 7 days of the week and also in the evening hours, planned are approx. 3 days/week       

• Age: min. 18 years