Planters Peanut Mascot / Brand Ambassador

Job Title: Planters Peanut Mascot

Position Overview: Planters is looking for an energetic individual to embody the iconic Mr. Peanut! As the Planters Peanut Mascot, you will bring Mr. Peanut to life, You’ll engage with attendees, create a memorable brand experience, and foster connections with the community.

Date: April 30th 2026

Time: 8am to 11am

Location: 54 Main Street East, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0

Job Type: Independent Contractor/ Temp

Key Responsibilities:

• Performance: Bring Mr. Peanut’s personality to life through animated body language, gestures, and interactions with the public.
• Audience Engagement: Charm audiences by posing for photos, shaking hands, high-fiving, and interacting with fans while maintaining Mr. Peanut’s friendly, charismatic persona.
• Event Participation: Attend a variety of events, including parades, and store openings.
• Brand Representation: Serve as an ambassador for Planters, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor that aligns with the brand's values and image.
• Team Collaboration: Work with event staff, photographers, and marketing team members to ensure smooth event execution.
• Costume Maintenance: Maintain the Mr. Peanut costume and ensure it is clean, in good condition, and represents the brand effectively.

Requirements:

• Performance Skills: Prior experience in acting, dancing, or as a mascot is preferred.
• Physical Endurance: Must be able to perform in costume for extended periods and manage the physical demands of a mascot role, including walking, standing, and moderate lifting.
• Outgoing Personality: Must enjoy interacting with people of all ages and possess an engaging, fun-loving attitude.
• Adaptability: Able to handle various event settings, from small local events to large crowds at national gatherings.
• Travel Flexibility: Willing to travel as needed, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Non-Verbal Communication Skills: Ability to communicate expressively without speaking, using only body language to convey Mr. Peanut’s personality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Mascot Roles: Previous experience in mascot performance is a plus.
• Performance Training: Background in performing arts, theater, or improv is advantageous.
• Public Speaking Skills: Although most communication will be non-verbal, occasional public announcements may be required.
• Build: Recommend height will be 5'7 and up to fit in the Mascot costume.

About Brand Momentum:

Brand Momentum is a nationally integrated leader in Sales, Marketing, and Retail, with headquarters in Toronto. We foster authentic and enduring human connections across the nation. As a three-time winner of Canada's Top 100 Best Workplaces® and one of Canada's fastest-growing companies, we take pride in our commitment to "Goodness," a core value that permeates everything we do.

Our Commitment:

• Enduring Success: We are not just about achieving success; we're about sustaining it. As a market leader in quality and innovation, we foster a fun culture where both employee and client aspirations can be realized.

• Delivering on Promises: We are passionate about delivering on our promises to both clients and our people. Our innovative approach ensures we consistently provide exceptional value and flexibility, always striving to exceed expectations.

• Core Values: Our commitment to integrity, respect, empowerment, and fun is woven into the fabric of our company. We believe in fostering a responsible and flexible work environment that allows our team members to thrive.

• Sustainability: We prioritize sustainable suppliers and work with vendors and clients to offset the environmental impact of our programs, contributing to a greener future.

• Diversity and Inclusion: We are dedicated to fostering a culturally diverse workplace. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building a team that celebrates individual backgrounds, experiences, and talents. We believe in the power of diversity to drive stronger, more innovative outcomes.

Brand Momentum is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. Please contact our Human Resources department for more information.

We thank all those who apply, however, only selected candidates will be contacted.

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