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Live Action Photographer


Company : DanceBUG Inc.


Location : Detroit, MI


Created : 2025-11-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Live Action PhotographerDuration: February May 2026 Location: Nationwide travel across the pensation: $150-$400 Per Day + ALL ExpensesAbout DanceBUGDanceBUG is the industry leader in Dance Media and Software, celebrating 25 years of innovation serving the dance community.We capture tens of thousands of performances annually and provide studios with top-tier photography, videography, streaming, and competition software. Learn more about usThe RoleWere seeking experienced event or sports photographers to capture dynamic dance performances across the country.Youll travel to dance competitions and recitals, work in fast-paced lighting environments, and deliver professional images that highlight each dancers best moments.What Youll DoPhotograph live dance performances in low-light and stage lighting conditionsAdjust exposure, ISO, and white balance on the fly for optimal resultsManage and back up images using DanceBUGs software toolsUpload or ship event media as requiredCommunicate with on-site team and managersTravel nationwide by car or plane to assigned events. (DanceBUG will provide car/flights)Requirements3+ years as a Photographer (event, sports, concert, theatre, or live action)Skilled with manual camera settings under changing lightComfortable working long production daysValid U.S. drivers license & airport proximity (within 1 hour)Clear criminal background & vulnerable sector checkEquipment Needed2 professional DSLR or mirrorless bodies (Canon, Nikon, or Sony only)2 of the following lenses (F2.8 preferred): 2470 mm, 24105 mm, 24120 mm, 70200 mm4+ memory cards ( 64 GB each), 2+ batteries & charger, monopodPerks & Pay $150-$400per day All travel, accommodation (single room), and transport covered Travel time is paid Paid training (January & February 2026) Equipment stipend ($700)Key DatesVirtual Training: 4 hours per week in January.On-Site Training: 2 events in January & FebruaryPriority Weekends: Feb 27Mar 1, Mar 68, Mar 1315, Mar 2022, Mar 2729; Apr 1012, Apr 1719, Apr 2426; May 13, May 810, May 1517Additional events run through July for interested photographers.Powered by JazzHRPI99affbecd01d-29952-38887619 #True