Pro Cheer League Athlete

Varsity Brands; California; On-site; USD 5,510,000 - 8,266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to events

Pro Cheer League Uniform

End of season bonus potential

Health benefits

Job summary

Varsity Spirit, a Varsity Brands company, is seeking Pro Cheer League Athletes to serve as dynamic ambassadors. Represent Varsity Spirit across competitions, appearances, and media engagements while upholding the brand values and performing at the highest level.

This role requires elite athleticism, leadership, and professionalism, with nationwide travel, weekend events, and a commitment to safety and excellence in all activities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience at high school, collegiate, all-star, or semi/pro level in dance/tumbling/stunts.
• Training/certification in dance, gymnastics, or performance arts.
• Previous experience in professional-level representation, media, or youth mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Compete in high energy team routines at National Pro Cheer League events in multiple cheer categories.
• Perform at games, league showcases, fan experiences, sponsor gatherings, and community outreach.
• Attend weekly practices and competition events.
• Engage professionally as a brand ambassador; sign autographs, support sponsors, and uphold team and company values.
• Mentor and inspire through youth clinics, camps, and philanthropic appearances.
• Collaborate on social media content and media interactions under league guidance.
• Execute choreography with precision, athletic power, and polished stage presence.
• Learn and adapt to new routines quickly with coach direction.
• Maintain brand-compliant appearance and personal fitness.
• Assist in event planning, logistics, and promotional coordination.
• Uphold a positive, team-first attitude, resilience through feedback, and a growth mindset.

Skills

Athleticism

Stamina

Stage presence

Teamwork

Public-facing experience

Social media literacy

Coachability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

Location: Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, Louisville, Miami, or San Diego

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

As a Pro Cheer League Athlete , you will serve as a dynamic ambassador for Varsity Brands and the Pro Cheer League combining elite athleticism, entertainment, and leadership to elevate the sport of cheer. This role demands excellence in performance, sportsmanship, and professionalism across competitions, appearances, and media engagements. You will inspire fans, mentor youth, and promote the Varsity Brands values; All while executing high-impact routines and representing the league nationwide.

A Pro Cheer League Athlete will represent Varsity Brands and the Pro Cheer League by demonstration of company core values in driving the highest ethical standards of conduct in all business activities.

SPIRIT – PASSION – INNOVATION – RESPECT – INTEGRITY - TRANSPARENCY

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Compete in high energy team routines at National Pro Cheer League events in multiple cheer categories (i.e. Stunting, Pyramids, Baskets, Standing Tumbling, Running Tumbling)


• Perform at games, league showcases, fan experiences, sponsor gatherings, and community outreach.


• Attend weekly practices and competition events 210 Estimated total hours Oct (25), Nov (25), Dec-March (40 per month)


• Engage professionally as a brand ambassador; sign autographs, support sponsors, and uphold team and company values.


• Mentor and inspire through youth clinics, camps, and philanthropic appearances.


• Collaborate on social media content and media interactions under league guidance


• Execute choreography with precision, athletic power, and polished stage presence


• Learn and adapt to new routines quickly with coach direction


• Maintain brand-compliant appearance and personal fitness


• Assist in event planning, logistics, and promotional coordination


• Uphold a positive, team-first attitude, resilience through feedback, and a growth mindset.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Prior experience at high school, collegiate, all-star, or semi/pro level in dance/tumbling/stunts


• Strong athletic foundation: jumps, tumbling, strength, endurance & flexibility


• Exceptional stage presence: confidence, facial expression, and performance energy


• Outstanding teamwork, communication, and ambassadorial skills


• Social media literacy and comfort in public-facing roles (content, interviews)


• Resilient, coachable, and cool under pressure.


• Must be at least 19 years old (league age requirement).


• Ensure reliable travel for regular face-to-face touch points

Education, Certification and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred


• Training/certification in dance, gymnastics, or performance arts.


• Previous experience in professional-level representation, media, or youth mentorship.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive pay ($50 hourly base + end of season bonus potential)


• Travel to and from Pro Cheer League Events


• Varsity Spirit designed Pro Cheer League Uniform

TRAVEL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Pro Cheer League Athletes must maintain peak physical condition to perform explosive, high-energy routines multiple times per event, with strong focus on strength, flexibility, endurance, and recovery.

Athletes must be adaptable to nationwide traveling regularly, including weekends and multi-day trips and perform in a variety of environments, while sustaining practice schedules and upholding professional health standards throughout the season. International travel is possible.

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions - BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit - and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

• Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.


• Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.


• Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.


• Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.


• Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.


• Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits


• HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities


• Wellbeing Program


• 401(k) plan with company matching


• Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability


• Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays


• Varsity Brands Ownership Program


• Employee Resource Groups


• Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union


• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities


• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.