Sports (Dance) Photographer

Sports (Dance) Photographer Duration : February – May 2026 Location : Nationwide travel across the U.S.

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

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! Powered by JazzHR Compensation details : 25 Hourly Wage PId40c63a1ef83-25448-38721097