Announcer/Sound Technician for Dance Competition

On Point National Dance Competition is a New Jersey based company that produces amateur dance competitions for youth ages 4-18 across the country. Our company is currently assembling a team of talented, hard-working individuals to help us produce our live events and we would love for you to be part of our dynamic team! Selected team members will demonstrate strong organizational skills and be able to administer every detail of his or her duties so precisely and smoothly that everyone in attendance is only aware of the fun they are having!!

Announcer/Sound Tech duties include lining up music for routines, maintaining proper sound levels, announcing on a microphone, and having the ability to improvise when necessary. Candidates will showcase their larger than life personality through their speaking and be able to read confidently and fluidly. On Point’s Announcer/Sound Tech will be able to multi-task efficiently, announcing and playing music in a timely, organized manner, while shouldering the responsibility of keeping the event on schedule. The position also includes a variety of other duties including setting up and breaking down each event.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and based in/near Detroit, MI, with the ability to travel from February through May. Work weekends may include a Thursday departure and a Monday return. The Announcer/Sound Tech will have a valid driver's license and their own reliable transportation to On Point’s Detroit meet point.

Job Descriptions/Expectations:

• Comfortable with public speaking
• Confident, fluid reader
• MUST be proficient with live soundboards, PA systems, monitors, & public speaking
• Excellent pronunciation and vocal projection
• HIGH ENERGY with a positive personality
• Reliability and attention to detail is a MUST!
• Well-groomed appearance
• Ability to work long hours in high-stress theatrical production environments
• Physically able to lift/lower equipment for load-in/load-out truck and for set-up/break-down at each event
• May be responsible for driving company van, paid for by On Point
• Outstanding customer service skills. Must enjoy interacting with the public, especially children!
• Past dance convention/competition experience is very helpful!

This position is a part-time, seasonal, 1099 contract position. Please do not apply unless you are available to travel all of the following weekends – including Thursdays and Mondays:

• February 18-20
• March 4-6
• March 11-13
• March 18-20
• March 25-27
• April 1-3
• April 8-10
• April 22-24
• April 29-May 1
• May 13-15

Do you meet all of the criteria we seek in a candidate?
Do you have a driver’s license and your own reliable transportation?
Are you available all of the dates listed (Thursday through Monday)?
Does your resume include a working telephone number to reach you?

If so, please submit your resume to be considered for an interview. All interviews will take place in Detroit, MI. Weekly compensation is tiered based on length of each event. Event transportation, double-occupancy hotel accommodations and on-site meals are also provided.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $300.00 - $525.00 per week

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
The safety of On Point's staff and guests is our #1 priority. All applicable national, regional, local, and venue regulations will be implemented at each event.

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a driver’s license and your own reliable transportation?
• Are you available to travel all of the dates listed (Thursday through Monday)?
• Does your resume include a working telephone number to reach you ?

Experience:

• sound technician or announcing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations