Dance Merchandise Team Member – Seasonal Tour

Varsity Brands

. Set up the merchandise booth, apparel, and related items.

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 customer service skills and the ability to manage merchandise operations effectively during events. Capable of maintaining inventory, handling sales transactions, and providing support in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Customer Service SkillsEvent Management ExperienceInventory ManagementSales Transactions HandlingStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Inventory ManagementSales TransactionsEvent SetupMerchandise RestockingCash Handling

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsFlexibilityAdaptabilityTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

HS DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Event IndustryDance IndustryCustomer ExperienceMerchandise BoothEvent Equipment Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set up the merchandise booth, apparel, and related items.
Sell merchandise, program booklets, and other items available at the merchandise booth.
Provide studio directors with information packets upon arrival.
Answer general questions from dancers, parents, directors, and other customers.
Greet customers and direct them within the venue.
Assist the Event Director when studios check in, including taking the lead when studios check in later and a director is unavailable.
Restock and fold merchandise.
Complete inventory sheets at the end of each event.
Distribute free gifts to registered dancers at regional events.
Handle sales transactions.
Maintain inventory levels in display cases.
Check in remaining studios as needed.
Complete mandatory training.
Ensure signage is posted before the end of each night for the next day of competition.
Break down the merchandise booth after events.
Comply with employee handbook policies and procedures.
Perform other duties assigned by the event director or designee.
Create a positive experience and serve as a customer service liaison throughout events.

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
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
Candidates must be available to work weekends
Travel from January–June

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!