Dance Videographer

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.

OneBeat Dance Brands produces the most exciting, high-energy, innovative events in the dance industry. We are a growing family of brands dedicated to creating the best experience possible for our dancers, teachers, and attendees. Our brands currently include Beyond the Stars, Groove, Breakout, and Reverb! Collectively, we host over 200 regional dance competitions, 9 national finals, and 13 fall dance conventions per season. Join us and become a part of the energy and excitement of OneBeat!

When passion, courage, and craftsmanship are put into something, positive things will happen.

WORK TYPE Remote

LOCATION DETAILS NJ - Ocean Township

WORK HOURS Thursday – Monday

Seasonal Tour Team

• Candidates must be available to work weekends
• Travel from January–June

Pay rate: $20.50/hour

NOTE: Your portfolio link is required when applying for this opportunity

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

OneBeat Dance a Varsity Achievement Brand is looking to hire a Videographer; Videographers are responsible for capturing our events through the camera lenses. Videographers are responsible for recording videos of each dance that crosses our stage, using the provided stationary HDR Pro Camcorder.

Additional responsibilities include operating a switcher with multiple inputs and setting up livestream for the weekend.

Responsibilities of this position include:  

• Set-up of video equipment. 
• Record videos of every dance. 
• Operate an ATEM Television Studio Switcher. 
• Set up and manage our Livestream of each event. 
• Breakdown of video equipment after the event has concluded. 
• Have basic knowledge and understanding of shot & framing composition, color balancing, recording audio to display, and capturing a visually pleasing video. 
• Be able to handle the fast-paced environment and ensure that all recordings and livestream are executed on schedule.
• Attend mandatory training sessions. 
• Comply with all policies and procedures listed in your employee handbook. 
• Adhere to all other duties assigned by event director or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to work long event days (8–16 hours)
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs. (event equipment, merchandise bins, staging materials)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfortable working in loud, dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Flexibility and adaptability in responding to shifting event needs.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

• HS Diploma or GED (required)
• Previous event dance industry experience preferred but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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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.

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!

Eligibility for company-sponsored benefits is determined by scheduled work hours, and the terms of the applicable benefit plans. Benefit offerings and eligibility requirements may vary by position and are subject to change in accordance with plan documents and applicable law.

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.