Sports (Dance) Photographer Job at DanceBUG Inc. in Chicago

Overview Duration : February – May 2026

Location : Nationwide travel across the U.S.

Compensation : $25 / hr + guaranteed daily minimum + all expenses paid

About DanceBUG DanceBUG is the industry leader in Dance Media and Software, with nearly 25 years of innovation serving the dance community. From groundbreaking products like Video Judge to our full suite of Registration, Scheduling, Tabulation, and Streaming tools, we’re trusted nationwide as the gold standard for dance videography and photography.

Learn more about us here : What We Do at DanceBUG

The Role We’re looking for talented Photographers to capture dynamic dance performances with precision and creativity. In this role, you’ll travel nationwide to document competitions, recitals, and workshops, ensuring dancers and studios receive professional-quality images.

Key Responsibilities Capture well-composed, high-quality images in fast-paced performance environments

Adjust camera settings (exposure, ISO, white balance, etc.) in real time for optimal results

Manage and back up data using DanceBUG software on provided laptops

Upload and / or ship data as required after each event

Communicate with assigned Coaches, Managers, and Onsite Contacts

Travel nationwide (by car or plane) to assigned events

Requirements 5+ years of experience as a Photographer (dance, sports, concerts, theatre, or live action)

Proven ability to shoot in low-light environments and under stage lighting

Expertise in adjusting camera settings on the fly

Able to work 12–16-hour days, and travel Thurs–Mon as needed

Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Must pass a Criminal Background and Vulnerable Sector check

Must live within 1 hour of an airport

Equipment Requirements 2 professional-level DSLR or mirrorless camera bodies (Canon, Nikon, Sony ONLY)

2 lenses of the following lens (F2.8 preferred) =>

24–70mm, 24–105mm, 24–120mm, 70–200mm

2+ camera batteries + charger

Monopod

4+ memory cards (minimum 64GB each)

Perks Paid training in Jan / Feb 2026

All travel and hotel accommodations covered (single-occupancy rooms)

Travel time is paid

Equipment Stipend

Key Dates Virtual Training : 1 day each week in January (4 days total)

Infield Training : 2 weekends onsite at an event in January and February

Mandatory Dates You must be available to work on the following weekends (Fri–Sun, with travel on Thurs / Mon as needed) :

Feb 27–Mar 1, Mar 6–8, Mar 13–15, Mar 20–22, Mar 27–29

Apr 10–12, Apr 17–19, Apr 24–26

May 1–3, May 8–10, May 15–17

Additional Opportunities There are events that run until the end of July

Apply Now Join DanceBUG Inc. and help us capture the magic of dance across the U.S. Apply today and become part of a team that sets the standard in dance media!

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