2027 Cinematographer

Journey Dance Competition; Freehold, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training and travel

Double-occupancy lodging

Event meals

Professional development

Team culture

Industry connections

Hands-on experience

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Journey Dance Competition is seeking a Cinematographer to capture and edit dynamic content during live dance events. Youll document performances, backstage energy, and moments for Journey’s social platforms, blending technical skill with storytelling.

You should thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy working with people, and have a keen eye for visual storytelling across Instagram, TikTok, and other social channels. This is a seasonal role requiring travel and long event days.

Qualifications

• Proven videography and photography skills with a portfolio.
• Editing for vertical, social-first formats (Reels/TikTok/Shorts).
• Experience in live events or performances is a plus.
• Strong storytelling, pacing, and social media sensibilities.
• Willingness to travel weekends and long event days.

Responsibilities

• Capture high-quality photos and videos during competition weekends.
• Edit short-form videos on-site for immediate posting to social channels.
• Collaborate with social media team to highlight standout moments.
• Organize and manage media files and equipment throughout events.
• Support Event Directors with duties as needed.

Skills

Videography

Photography

Short-form video editing

Storytelling

Live event experience

Communication

Travel readiness

Physical lifting

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

CapCut

Job description

Description

About Us:

Journey Dance Competition takes pride in producing the industry's best dance competitions. We deliver exciting, world-class live events in a high-energy, feel-good atmosphere. Our team is made up of the friendliest and most dedicated professionals, who are driven by passion and have made the commitment to serve. Thanks to their extensive training, attention to detail, and our seamless, on-time events, we consistently surpass expectations, ensuring that each event leaves a lasting impression and creates unforgettable memories. Come work alongside a fired-up, passionate, and fun team that’s driven to do great work.

Our mission is to deliver the best dance competition experience, honoring every guest with care and detail - because everyone deserves to be recognized and celebrated.

What We Give Back

• Paid training, paid travel, double-occupancy lodging, and event meals
• Professional and self development - confidence, leadership, adaptability, communication, and real-world experience you'll carry for the rest of your career.
• A team culture worth showing up for - passionate team members who care as much as you do, and friendships that outlast the season.
• Industry connections - dance educators, choreographers, studio owners, and professionals from across the country
• Hands-on experience in live events, production, hospitality, customer service, and operations
• Room to grow - more responsibility, new skills, and a real path into leadership. A lot of our leads started exactly where you're about to.

About The Role:

The Cinematographer is responsible for capturing, editing, and sharing the excitement of Journey Dance Competition in real time. You'll be the storyteller behind the lens, documenting performances, backstage energy, and unforgettable moments to share across Journey's social platforms. This role blends technical expertise with creativity, requiring someone who can shoot and edit engaging, photo and video content that reflects the energy of each event. This role requires an ability to capture and edit high-quality visual content - photography and video - that aligns with Journey's aesthetic, vibe, and emotional tone. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, loves working with people, and has an eye for storytelling. If you can turn a competition weekend into scroll-stopping social content, this is role is for you!

View Video Examples: https://youtu.be/SY7p5uApnhs?si=Wi6uM21ah8L1S7W5

View Photo Examples: https://journeycompetition.com/media/

What a Weekend Actually Looks Like:

• Thursday - travel to the event city from your designated meeting point or airport
• Friday-Sunday - load in, early call times, long days, back-to-back sessions, awards ceremonies, load out
• Monday - travel home

What You Need to Know:

• Seasonal employment with Journey Dance Competition Tour, January - July
• Must be available for Mandatory Team Training; Virtual - December 11-13th, 2026; In Person - Jan. 8-10, 2027
• Must be willing to travel by road or air
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be available from Thursday to Monday for travel
• Travel from a specified meeting point or airport will be required
• Minimum commitment 6 events or more
• Paid training, travel, double occupancy lodging, and event meals
• Ability to drive is a plus
• Official government ID required
• Background check required

Requirements

What Winning Looks Like:

• Capture high-quality photos and videos throughout competition weekends - including performances, awards, and behind-the-scenes moments
• Edit short-form videos on-site for immediate posting to Journey's social media channels (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.)
• Collaborate with event social media team to identify standout stories or emotional moments to highlight
• Manage and organize all media files for easy access and transfer
• Maintain and operate camera, lighting, and editing equipment throughout the event
• Ensure fast turnaround and consistent quality under tight timelines
• Attend to all other duties assigned by the Event Director(s) as needed

Skills Needed to Win:

• Proven experience in videography, photography, and short-form video editing (portfolio required)
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, CapCut, or similar editing software
• Ability to edit for vertical, social-first formats (Reels, TikTok, Shorts)
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and current social media trends
• Experience working in live event or performance environments is a plus
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to travel weekends and work long event days
• Capable of lifting a min 30 lbs to 50 lbs without assistance
• Dance/ Entertainment industry background is a plus but not required

Who Thrives Here

Humble. You do the unglamorous work without being asked and without needing credit. You take feedback as a gift, not defensive. There's no job on site that's beneath you.

Hungry. You see the problem before it lands. You move with urgency. You'd rather be trusted with more than coast through less. You're the one asking "what else grabs?"

Smart with people. You read a room. You can talk to a shy 7-year-old, a stressed studio director, and a teammate running on four hours of sleep - and leave all three better than you found them.

Be Part of the Team:

The job isn't always easy, but that's what makes it rewarding. You'll be challenged, trusted, and pushed to grow while working alongside a team that cares deeply about what we do and the people we do it for. Bring your energy, your work ethic, and your heart. We'll take care of the rest.

It's a passion, and we're dedicated to making an impact in the dance world. Join Team Journey!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Journey Dance Competition is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination of any kind. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

What does all of this mean? We hire the best person for the job - regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, etc.

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