Load In​/Team

Description

Journey Dance Competition takes pride in producing the industry's best dance competitions. We deliver exciting, world-class live events in a high-energy, feel-good atmosphere. Our team is made up of the friendliest and most dedicated professionals, who are driven by passion and have made the commitment to serve. Thanks to their extensive training, attention to detail, and our seamless, on-time events, we consistently surpass expectations, ensuring that each event leaves a lasting impression and creates unforgettable memories.

Come work alongside a fired-up, passionate, and fun team that’s driven to do great work.

Our mission is to deliver the best dance competition experience, honoring every guest with care and detail—because everyone deserves to be
recognized
and
celebrated.

• Paid training, paid travel, double-occupancy lodging, and event meals
• Professional and self development — confidence, leadership, adaptability, communication, and real-world experience you'll carry for the rest of your career.
• A team culture worth showing up for — passionate team members who care as much as you do, and friendships that outlast the season.
• Industry connections — dance educators, choreographers, studio owners, and professionals from across the country
• Hands-on experience in live events, production, hospitality, customer service, and operations
• Room to grow — more responsibility, new skills, and a real path into leadership. A lot of our leads started exactly where you're about to.

We are seeking reliable and energetic individuals to join our Load In/Out Team for our events. This role involves assisting with the setup and breakdown of production equipment and décor at various event venues. This includes assisting our onsite team with unloading the truck, moving cases and bins, setting up lobby signage and taping cables.
This position requires punctuality, self-motivation, and a proactive attitude. While we provide training for all necessary tasks, we seek individuals who take the initiative and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Shifts are typically Friday (8 hours) and Sunday (5 hours)

• Thursday/Friday — travel to the event, load in quickly and turn a plain venue into a Journey event
• Sunday — late night load out, keep the energy high as you neatly pack everything up for the next weekend

• Seasonal employment with Journey Dance Competition Tour, January
  - July
• Must be available for Mandatory Team Training; Virtual
  - December 11-13th, 2026;
  In Person
  - Jan. 8-10, 2027
• Must be willing to travel by road or air
• Must be 18 or older
• Must be available Fridays and Sunday evenings
• Paid training, travel, double occupancy lodging, and event meals
• Ability to drive is a plus
• Official government
• Background check required

Requirements

• Assist with load in and load out production equipment
• Work efficiently and collaboratively with the onsite team to meet event schedules
• Attend to all other duties assigned by the Event Director(s) as needed

• Availability on Fridays & Sundays
• Capable of thriving under pressure and adapting to evolving circumstances in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Reliable transportation to and from event locations
• Capable of lifting a min 30 lbs to 50 lbs without assistance
• Dance/Entertainment industry background is a plus but not required

Humble. You do the unglamorous work without being asked and without needing credit. You take feedback as a gift, not defensive. There's no job on site that's beneath you.

Hungry. You see the problem before it lands. You move with urgency. You’d rather be trusted with more than coast through…