Sports & Live Event Photographer

DanceBUG Inc. is seeking a Freelance Sports/Live Action Travel Photographer to capture dynamic dance competitions and live performances across North America. You'll travel to events, work closely with production and streaming teams, and photograph fast-paced action in challenging lighting conditions. Responsibilities include on-site shooting, image curation and editing, and preparing media for online delivery. This role suits a photographer who thrives on the road, communicates well with clients and performers, and brings a strong eye for movement, timing, and storytelling in the performing arts.

Responsibilities

• Travel to dance competitions and live events across North America to capture high-quality sports and live action photography
• Plan, shoot, and deliver dynamic images that highlight performers, key moments, and event atmosphere under fast-paced conditions
• Collaborate on-site with production, live streaming, and event staff to ensure cohesive media coverage and meet client expectations
• Manage and maintain professional camera equipment, lenses, lighting, and backups to ensure reliability during events
• Edit, retouch, and prepare images for digital delivery and online galleries using industry-standard software
• Follow brand, quality, and file-naming standards to ensure consistent output and efficient post-event workflows
• Communicate professionally with event organizers, studio staff, dancers, and families while working on location
• Meet tight deadlines for photo delivery while traveling frequently and working evenings and weekends as event schedules require

Required Skills

• Sports/action photography
• Event photography
• Travel/on-location shooting
• DSLR/Mirrorless camera operation
• Lighting for live events
• Adobe Lightroom
• Adobe Photoshop
• Digital asset management
• Color correction and retouching
• Working in fast-paced event environments