Judging and Talent Team Member

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit’s 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been – and remain – steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants’ physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

WORK TYPE: Seasonal Part-Time Hourly

LOCATION DETAILS: Remote

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT 

The Judging & Talent Team Member supports the Judging & Talent department in coordinating, training, and managing judges and convention faculty across all OneBeat Dance Brands events and also supports Dance Forward partner outreach initiatives. This role ensures that judge communications and feedback processes run smoothly throughout the year while assisting with outreach, coordination, and relationship management for Dance Forward partners. The position requires strong attention to detail, excellent organization, and effective communication with judges, directors, partners, and internal teams to maintain high standards of professionalism and event quality.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

Recruitment & Hiring

· Review judge and convention faculty applications and conduct first-round interviews.

· Help identify and recommend top candidates for further review by the Judging & Talent Manager.

· Support outreach for new Convention and Judge Faculty and assist in managing the application process.

Feedback & Communication

· Compile and send weekly feedback emails from judge and director critiques.

· Distribute and review judge and client survey results with the team.

· Create and distribute Judge Newsletters and updates throughout the season.

Dance Forward Partnerships & Outreach

· Spearhead initial outreach to dance programs, organizations, colleges, and additional partners to invite participation to our Dance Forward event.

· Manage and track partnership outreach, communications, and progress throughout the engagement process.

· Send partnership agreements, collect required materials (including logos), and maintain organized records.

· Serve as the liaison for partners, supporting relationship management and ensuring clear, consistent communication.

Administrative Support

· Maintain accurate and organized digital files for judges, training materials, and event records.

QUALIFICATIONS 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES ​

· Strong organizational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort learning internal systems (OneBeat Reg, Ramp, etc.).

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines throughout the event season.

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively with a range of team members and talent.

· Knowledge of or experience in the dance competition/convention industry preferred.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information.

· Flexibility to work extended or irregular hours during peak event and training periods.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

· Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Business, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· 1–3 years of experience in event coordination, talent management, or performing arts administration.​

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.

JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions – BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit – and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.

OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.

OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

• 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
• St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
• Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.