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Sports (Dance) Photographer Job at DanceBUG in Austin

Sports (Dance) Photographer Job at DanceBUG in Austin

MediabistroAustin, TX, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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.

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

  • 4+ memory cards (minimum 64GB each)
  • 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
  • DanceBUG is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

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