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Sports Photographer

DanceBUG Inc., Newark, NJ, United States


Live Action Photographer Duration

February – May 2026

Location: Nationwide travel across the U.S.

Compensation

$150–$400 per day

All expenses covered

Role Overview

Experienced event or sports photographers to capture dynamic dance performances across the country.

Travel to dance competitions and recitals, work in fast-paced lighting environments.

Deliver professional images highlighting each dancer’s best moments.

Travel nationwide by car or plane to assigned events (company provides transport).

Responsibilities

Photograph live dance performances in low-light and stage lighting conditions.

Adjust exposure, ISO, and white balance on the fly for optimal results.

Manage and back up images using DanceBUG’s software tools.

Upload or ship event media as required.

Communicate with on‑site team and managers.

Requirements

3+ years experience as a photographer in event, sports, concert, theatre, or live action.

Skilled with manual camera settings under changing light.

Comfortable working long production days.

Valid U.S. driver’s license and airport proximity within 1 hour.

Clear criminal background and vulnerable sector check.

Equipment Needed

Two professional DSLR or mirrorless bodies (Canon, Nikon, or Sony only).

Two of the following lenses (F2.8 preferred):

24–70 mm

24–105 mm

24–120 mm

70–200 mm

Four or more memory cards (≥64 GB each).

At least two batteries and charger.

Monopod.

Perks & Pay

Travel time paid.

Paid training in January and February 2026.

Equipment stipend of $700.

On‑Site Training

Two events in January and February.

Priority weekends: 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, and additional events run through July for interested photographers.

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