PT - Cheerleader 2023

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.