Dance Backstage Team Member – Seasonal Tour Team

Varsity Brands

. Coordinate all aspects of the backstage area .

Posted 10/6/2026part-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $19 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills to effectively coordinate backstage operations and support event logistics. Capable of maintaining a safe and efficient environment while managing relationships with various stakeholders in a dynamic event setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Event CoordinationStrong Communication SkillsBackstage OrganizationInventory TrackingRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Event Set-UpMarley Floor InstallationLighting SetupAwards PreparationInventory Reporting

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsFlexibilityAdaptabilityTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

IPad SoftwareHeadsetSlack

Certifications & Qualifications

HS DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Dance Industry ExperienceEvent ManagementBackstage SafetyEvent LogisticsAwards Ceremony

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate all aspects of the backstage area
Build relationships with dancers, teachers, studio directors, prop handlers, and attendees
Assist with event set-up and breakdown, including laying a Marley floor, hanging a backdrop, lighting, awards areas, and backstage organization
Welcome and assist dancers, studio directors, teachers, and other attendees throughout the event
Maintain organization and communication between backstage areas, dressing rooms, prop handlers, and event directors
Check in dancers backstage and ensure they are prepared to perform on time
Keep backstage areas safe, clean, and free of debris or unnecessary traffic
Communicate with event directors and studios to support smooth transitions
Use iPad software, headset, and Slack for team communication
Prepare physical awards and organize awards table paperwork, including labeling and bagging awards, pins, medals, trophies, plaques, and related materials
Distribute awards onstage during awards ceremonies
Restock and organize awards stations and backstage supplies
Assist with inventory tracking and reporting for event materials and supplies
Attend mandatory trainings and team meetings
Follow company policies and procedures and perform additional duties assigned by the event director

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Ability to work weekends (Thursday–Monday) and travel from January–June
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Comfortable working in loud, dynamic and fast-paced environments
Flexibility and adaptability in responding to shifting event needs
HS Diploma or GED (required)
Previous event dance industry experience preferred but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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!