
Cheerleader
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers vision is to be the premier NFL Franchise both on and off the field that sets the standard in global sports entertainment and embodies the spirit of Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers aim to employ individuals whose professionalism and dedication align with our vision. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the duties, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Summary:
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders (TBBC) are an elite group that provide show stopping entertainment at games, special events, community appearances and school visits including performing dance routines, interacting with and greeting fans, taking photographs and signing autographs.
Core Functions:
Perform choreographed routines and acrobatics at home games as an integral part of the Buccaneers fan experience and stadium entertainment
Serve as a brand ambassador for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Assist with gameday sponsor activations
Engage with fans to create a fun and energetic atmosphere throughout the game/event
Assist with Junior Cheer training and clinics
Participate in TBBC photo shoots
Other duties as assigned to enhance the overall game day entertainment and event experience as deemed necessary or as directed by the Senior Cheerleader Manager
Skills & Abilities
Ability to quickly learn and master advanced choreography in a variety of dance styles
Excellent communication, public speaking and interpersonal skills
Excellent in entertaining, communicating, engaging, and interacting with crowds and individuals
Highly motivated and determined self-starter who demonstrates confidence, passion, a lively and outgoing personality, charisma, a positive attitude and professional demeanor
Impeccable time management skills and punctuality
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with and interact with all levels of the organization and outside contacts
Able to work all home games and team practices and agreed upon promotional appearances and events
Flexible and capable in the ability to lead and be led
Responsive to feedback and constructive criticism
Strong team player, ability to work in a high performing team environment contributing positive progress and growth toward common goals
Knowledge of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the NFL, and basic Football knowledge
Physical Requirements
Must have the ability to meet the demands of the position which include dancing advanced choregraphed routines at peak performance level for up to 4 hours per performance
Must be able to perform acrobatics
Experience & Education
5 or more years of cheer, gymnastics or dance experience in a variety of styles preferred
Prior experience working with children preferred
Work Environment
The Company is a professional, fast paced, creative business environment. Other environment conditions:
Must be able to work flexible hours for Game Days and Events (including weekends, nights and holidays)
Required to attend scheduled team practices, home games, promotions and performances
Physical Demands: HIGH; this position calls for a great deal of physical exertion and exposure to temperature/humidity extremes for prolonged periods and includes but not limited to dancing, running, jumping, acrobatics and standing for prolonged periods
May require frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 25 pounds
Possible local and international travel with the team for NFL games and International Series
Requires travel around the Tampa Bay area and beyond
This job description is intended to set forth the core functions required for this position and describe the general nature of the work performed by employees in this position. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Employees may be assigned additional responsibilities as necessary. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of the Company’s business, competitive considerations, or the work environment changes. This document describes the position currently available and is not an employment contract
The position covered by this Job Description is expressly declared to be “at will”; meaning the Company has the right to terminate the incumbent’s employment at any time, with or without cause. Any written or oral promises or representations to the contrary are expressly disavowed and should not be relied upon any employee. Any change to this “at will” employment status must be in writing and signed the by the Chief Operating Officer of the Company.
It is the policy of the Buccaneers to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected status, including sexual orientation and gender identity.