San Francisco’s newest WNBA team, the Golden State Valkyries, is getting ready for its debut season, and they’re missing one thing: a mascot. The team is officially hiring a performer to represent the Valkyries at games and public events across the Bay Area. And yes, auditions are happening soon.
How to audition for the Valkyries mascot job in SF
The Valkyries mascot role is a part-time position paying between $130 and $160 per hour. And if you’re planning to give it a go, the in-person auditions will happen on May 17–22 and June 12–13. Applicants must submit a résumé, headshot, and a short video showing off their nonverbal performance skills on the official website.
The job involves entertaining fans at home games, creating content for social media, and making appearances at team events around the Bay Area and Sacramento. Flexibility is key—nights, weekends, and holidays are all part of the gig.
What it takes to be the Valkyries’ mascot
This isn’t just a hype role. Mascot performers must be physically fit, expressive without speaking, and ready to perform in costume for hours. Dancing, improvising, skating, and even gymnastics skills are considered a big plus.
Candidates should also be comfortable working with different departments (possibly including the Warriors), including marketing, social media, community outreach, and game-day production teams.
Why this mascot role matters for SF
The Valkyries’ debut marks a historic expansion of the WNBA. And having the right mascot is critical for connecting with fans, building community energy, and shaping the team’s identity. For a city like San Francisco, the Valkyries mascot could quickly become a local icon.
If you live in the Bay, this is a unique opportunity to become part of sports history. The Valkyries’ inaugural game will be on May 16, and the search for their first mascot is officially on.