2027 Load In/Out Team

Journey Dance Competition; Freehold, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Paid travel

Double-occupancy lodging

Event meals

Professional development

Job summary

Journey Dance Competition seeks reliable, energetic individuals to join the Load In/Out Team for weekend events. You will help set up and break down production equipment and décor at various venues, unloading trucks and arranging lobby signage.

Candidates must be 18+, willing to travel, and available Fridays and Sundays. Training is provided, with meals and lodging arranged. This is a seasonal position with growth opportunities in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and available Fridays and Sundays.
• Willingness to travel nationally.
• Able to lift 30–50 lbs.
• Punctual, proactive and able to work in a fast-paced events setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with load in and load out of production equipment.
• Work with onsite team to meet event schedules.
• Attend to duties assigned by the Event Director.

Skills

Fridays availability

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Ability to lift

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:

We are seeking reliable and energetic individuals to join our Load In/Out Team for our events. This role involves assisting with the setup and breakdown of production equipment and décor at various event venues. This includes assisting our onsite team with unloading the truck, moving cases and bins, setting up lobby signage and taping cables. This position requires punctuality, self-motivation, and a proactive attitude. While we provide training for all necessary tasks, we seek individuals who take the initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Shifts are typically Friday (8 hours) and Sunday (5 hours)

What a Weekend Actually Looks Like:

• Thursday/Friday — travel to the event, load in quickly and turn a plain venue into a Journey event
• Sunday — late night load out, keep the energy high as you neatly pack everything up for the next weekend

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 Fridays and Sunday evenings
• 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:

• Assist with load in and load out production equipment
• Work efficiently and collaboratively with the onsite team to meet event schedules
• Attend to all other duties assigned by the Event Director(s) as needed

Skills Needed to Win:

• Availability on Fridays & Sundays
• Capable of thriving under pressure and adapting to evolving circumstances in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable transportation to and from event locations
• 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 can I grab?"

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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