Traveling Camera Operator (Seasonal)

Location: Chicago, IL

Travel the U.S. | Capture Dance Competitions | Professional Equipment Provided

Season: February - June

Why DanceBUG?

For nearly 25 years, DanceBUG has been North Americas leader in dance media and event technology.

• Travel across the United States capturing dance competitions using professional camera and livestream production equipment
• We provide everything you need to succeed - including equipment, paid training, flights, hotels, rental cars, and travel expenses
• Work with next-generation AI-assisted camera technology as we continue to shape the future of live event production

No Dance Experience Required

If youve filmed sports, live events, weddings, concerts, theatre, or other fast-paced productions, well teach you everything you need to know.

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting at $25/hour
• Paid travel days
• Flights, hotels, rental cars and travel expenses covered
• Professional camera and livestream production equipment provided
• Guaranteed minimum daily pay
• Overtime after 40 hours/week
• Private hotel room
• No video editing or post-production
• Paid training

What Youll Do

• Travel to dance competitions throughout the United States
• Operate professional camera and livestream production equipment
• Capture high-quality performances
• Set up and monitor camera and livestream systems
• Upload and manage event media

Paid Training

Every new Camera Operator receives:

• Virtual training during January
• A minimum of two live training events with an experienced Senior Camera Operator
• Hands-on instruction before working independently

Youll never be sent to your first event without real-world training and support.

Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States (DanceBUG does not sponsor work visas)
• Live within approximately one hour of a major airport
• Valid U.S. drivers license
• Available to travel Thursday through Monday during the season
• Comfortable driving 5-6 hours when required
• Comfortable with long production days and travel
• Able to lift approximately 50 lbs
• Able to pass a criminal background check

Experience in Any of the Following is Considered an Asset

• Sports camera operation
• Live event production
• Wedding and event videography
• Broadcasting
• Concerts and theatre
• Film production
• Livestreaming (OBS)
• Multi-camera switching
• Jib operation

Ready to Hit the Road?

Join DanceBUG this season and travel the country, capturing unforgettable performances and working with innovative production technology.

Apply today - wed love to hear from you.