Spotlight Show Director

Varsity Brands

. Serve as the event’s public personality, presenting awards and conducting interviews .

Posted 11/11/2026contractRemote • Idaho • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates exceptional public speaking and stage presence while managing event flow and client relations. Possesses strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a background in dance or performing arts enhancing the ability to oversee judging panels and ensure adherence to competition rules.

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Public SpeakingEvent ManagementClient RelationsProblem-SolvingCompetitive Dance Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Microsoft OfficeEvent ProductionJudging Panel OversightAward Report PreparationEquipment Setup

Soft Skills

Stage PresenceAnalytical SkillsDecision-MakingMulti-TaskingInterpersonal Skills

Industry Keywords

Live EventsCompetitive DancePerforming ArtsEvent Flow ManagementClient Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the event’s public personality, presenting awards and conducting interviews
Create a fun, welcoming atmosphere for dancers, clients, and attendees
Deliver exceptional client relations and address questions or concerns
Oversee the judging panel and ensure fairness and adherence to competition rules and procedures
Prepare and review award reports for accuracy ahead of ceremonies
Support overall event flow and maintain efficiency and quality
Attend approximately 6–10 regional events annually, typically lasting 3–5 days
Potentially attend 1–2 national events annually, typically lasting 6–8 days
Travel frequently during the January–July event season

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must reside within reasonable proximity to a U.S. international airport or hub
Travel required during the January–July event season
Outstanding public speaking and stage presence
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced environments
Prior experience as a host, emcee, or presenter for live events (Preferred)
Knowledge of competitive dance environments or performing arts (advantageous)
Background in dance, theater, or related performing arts (Strongly Preferred)
Experience with competitive dance judging panels (Preferred)
Prior experience working in live events, production, or competitive dance environments (Preferred)
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to set up equipment
Comfortable sharing hotel accommodations with same-gender colleagues during event assignments
New/first-year event staff must attend an audition and training session in Eagle, Idaho

Benefits

Comp & perks

Per-event stipend
Travel reimbursement
Flights, transport, lodging, and meals for the required Eagle, Idaho audition and training session
Comprehensive Health Care Benefits (for benefits-eligible roles)
HSA Employer Contribution/FSA Opportunities (for benefits-eligible roles)
Wellbeing Program (for benefits-eligible roles)
401(k) plan with company matching (for benefits-eligible roles)
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability (for benefits-eligible roles)
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays (for benefits-eligible roles)
Varsity Brands Ownership Program (for benefits-eligible roles)
Employee Resource Groups (for benefits-eligible roles)
Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union (for benefits-eligible roles)
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment
Equal opportunity employer