2027 Videographer

Journey Dance Competition; Freehold, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Travel reimbursements

Double occupancy lodging

Event meals

Hands-on live-event experience

Job summary

Journey Dance Competition is seeking a dedicated Videographer to operate a single-camera setup from a fixed riser, manage the livestream, and ensure perfectly framed footage of live dance performances. The role emphasizes speed, accuracy, and attention to detail for long, fast-paced events with no time for post-editing.

Candidates should have videography experience and an eye for motion, with willingness to travel extensively for a seasonal schedule beginning January and ending July.

Qualifications

• Experience in live event videography and fast-paced productions.
• Ability to frame shots with motion and balance in challenging lighting.
• High endurance for long-duration shoots.
• Proactive troubleshooting of camera/streaming issues.

Responsibilities

• Load in and load out production equipment at each event.
• Set up, run, and monitor a single-camera HD-SDI shoot from a stationary position.
• Manage cables and feeds to playout mediums and projectors.
• Capture from a stationary position for the duration of the event and oversee livestream.
• Maintain branding and quality across all performances and awards.

Skills

Live event videography

Motion & composition

Stamina

Troubleshooting

Tools

Sony PXW-Z150

Blackmagic

Fluid head tripods

SDI cables

Mac production workflow

Job description

Description

About Us:

Journey Dance Competition takes pride in producing the industry's best dance competitions. We deliver exciting, world-class live 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 Videographer is responsible for operating our single-camera setup from a stationary riser, ensuring dynamic and perfectly framed videos of every live dance performance and award ceremony. Additionally, the Videographer will manage a software-based switcher and control our Livestream. Experience in videography or a knowledge of dance are crucial, as this position requires a great eye for motion, composition, and flow. Predicting fast movements and keeping a steady shot is a must. Our competitions are full-day events, with performances every 3-4 minutes and just 15-20 seconds between each for up to 5 hours straight. This demands maintaining consistent quality and focus from start to finish. Due to the fast-paced nature of the event, there's no time for editing, so it's vital to ensure your camera settings are perfect and conduct quality checks before the event starts. This position requires exceptional attention to detail, a high level of stamina, and the ability to stay focused throughout the entire event. This role is for high-energy individuals who have a passion for videography and thrive in a live-event setting.
All necessary equipment is provided.

View Video Examples: https://go.journeycompetition.com/3Yne4Ij

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:

• Load in and load out production equipment, as well as set up, organize, and breakdown your respective station
• Set up, run, and break down a live event HD-SDI single-camera shoot
• Set up and run all necessary cable runs to our playout mediums (TV screens, laptop control feeds, projectors, etc.)
• Capture video of from a stationary position throughout the entire event
• Set up and monitor livestream throughout the entire event
• Maintain branding guidelines and level of excellence when capturing the performers
• Maintain and organize all video footage and equipment
• Attend to all other duties assigned by the Event Director(s) as needed

Skills Needed to Win:

• Experience and knowledge using sophisticated video equipment (Sony PXW-Z150, Blackmagic hardware, Fluid head tripods, SDI cables & Apple computers)
• Proficient with professional video equipment - Sony camcorders, Blackmagic hardware, and fluid-head tripods.
• Working knowledge of SDI signal flow, cabling, and Mac-based production workflows.
• Able to capture quality videos from a stationary position throughout the entire event
• Stamina for shooting for long periods of time
• Experience shooting live-action/sports in low-light environments
• Able to correctly adjust exposure, white balance, focus, and consistently be aware of your framing
• Ability to troubleshoot if technical issues arise
• 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 -