Overview

The Stage Designer is responsible for the creative vision, design, and execution of the Campout’s stage environment. This role shapes the visual and spatial experience of the main stage, creating an immersive atmosphere that enhances performances and reflects the overall spirit of the event.

The stage will be a custom-built structure (approximately 10x30 ft), and this role will work in close collaboration with the Main Stage Builder to bring the design to life.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Direction & Design

• Develop the overall concept and visual identity for the main stage

• Design stage layouts, structures, décor, and scenic elements

• Create mood boards, sketches, and/or renderings to communicate vision

• Ensure alignment with the festival’s theme, values, and aesthetic

Production & Build

• Oversee fabrication, sourcing, and installation of stage elements

• Collaborate with production teams on structural feasibility and safety

• Manage materials, vendors, and build timelines

• Be present for load-in, installation, and strike

Collaboration

• Work closely with Lighting Director, Sound Team, and Production Manager to ensure cohesive integration

• Coordinate with artists and performers when needed to support their stage requirements

On-Site Execution

• Lead or support installation and final styling of the stage

• Troubleshoot design or structural issues in real time

• Ensure the stage remains safe, functional, and visually impactful throughout the event

Maintenance & Oversight

• Conduct daily checks to maintain the integrity of stage design elements

• Make adjustments as needed based on weather, wear, or performance needs

Qualifications

• Experience in stage design, scenic design, installation art, or experiential environments

• Strong visual design skills with an eye for composition, scale, and atmosphere

• Ability to bring concepts from idea → build → execution

• Knowledge of materials, fabrication, and basic structural considerations

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience with festivals, immersive events, or large-scale installations

• Familiarity with lighting integration, projection, or interactive elements

• Ability to work with natural environments (outdoor builds, terrain awareness)

• Basic technical drawing or 3D rendering skills (SketchUp, Rhino, etc.)

Working Conditions

• On-site presence required for build (load-in) and breakdown (strike)

• Physically active role (lifting, outdoor work)

• Exposure to varying weather conditions

• Fast-paced, collaborative environment 

Pay: Rate is open to discussion

Apply here.

We’re looking for a Lighting Designer to help create immersive lighting environments across the campout. This role focuses on shaping the atmosphere throughout various spaces (dancefloors, installations, pathways, and communal areas) to enhance the overall experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement lighting across multiple areas of the event

• Collaborate with stage designers, production, and creative teams to align on vision

• Set up, program, and oversee lighting systems

• Ensure lighting enhances flow, safety, and ambiance throughout the site

• Make real-time adjustments based on environment, movement, and energy

Qualifications

• Experience with event or environmental lighting (festivals, nightlife, installations, or art spaces)

• Familiarity with lighting equipment, DMX systems, and basic programming

• Strong sense of atmosphere, spatial awareness, and visual storytelling

• Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Bonus

• Experience with outdoor or site-specific installations

• Understanding of how lighting influences movement, mood, and connection

• Interest in immersive or community-driven events

Pay : Rate is open to discussion

Apply here.

Overview

The Licensed Nurse Practitioner provides on-site medical care and wellness support for attendees, staff, and artists during Dance Beyond Campout. This role ensures a safe, responsive, and compassionate environment by addressing medical needs, supporting harm reduction, and contributing to overall community well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

Medical Care & Response

• Provide primary care for minor injuries and illnesses (cuts, dehydration, exhaustion, allergic reactions, etc.)

• Assess and triage medical situations, determining when escalation or emergency services are required

• Respond promptly to on-site medical incidents

Harm Reduction & Wellness

• Support a harm reduction approach, meeting individuals with compassion and without judgment

• Assist with cases related to substance use, heat exhaustion, or emotional distress

• Offer grounding, reassurance, and basic wellness guidance when needed

Medical Station Management

• Ensure proper documentation of incidents and care provided

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times

Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate with event organizers, safety teams, and security staff

• Communicate clearly during emergencies and support escalation protocols

• Be available via radio or designated communication channels during shifts

Preparedness & Safety

• Conduct pre-event checks of medical supplies and equipment

• Ensure readiness for a range of scenarios in an outdoor environment

• Support overall safety planning and risk mitigation efforts
  

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner license

• Must be licensed and in good standing in the state of Massachusetts

• Current CPR/BLS certification (ACLS preferred)

• Experience in emergency care, urgent care, or event/festival settings preferred

• Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure

• Strong interpersonal and compassionate care skills

Preferred Experience

• Background in festival or remote/outdoor medicine

• Familiarity with harm reduction practices

• Experience working with diverse populations in high-energy environments

• Interest in holistic or integrative care approaches

Working Conditions

• On-site presence for the duration of the event (multi-day)

• Outdoor environment with varying weather conditions

• May involve high energy, fast-paced, or unpredictable situations

Pay: Rate is open to discussion.

Apply here.

We’re welcoming a limited number of vendors offering handmade goods, wellness products, and nourishing food that align with the spirit and values of Dance Beyond.

Apply here.

Dance Beyond Campout invites art installations, activations and live artists to apply to showcase their work rooted in nature, community, and reverence for Mother Earth and the land.

Apply here.

Please note: you’ll need to create a profile on Circle in order to apply.

Dance Beyond Campout is powered by community, care, and co-creation. Our volunteers are the heartbeat of the gathering — helping to weave a safe, magical, and intentional container where everyone can drop in, connect, and dance freely.

Whether you’re supporting behind the scenes or holding the flow of the experience itself, volunteering is a beautiful way to contribute your gifts while being part of something meaningful.

Volunteer roles include:

• Photography & Videography

• Leave No Trace

• Build & Strike

• Space Guardians

• Parking

• Check-In

• Hospitality

• Runner (would require your own vehicle to do offsite runs)

• Fire Keeper

• First Aid

Volunteering is an exchange rooted in trust, responsibility, and community. If you feel called to be of service, we’d love to explore co-creating this experience together.

Apply here.

Please note: you’ll need to create a profile on Circle in order to apply.

Dance Beyond Campout is a space for artists and facilitators to offer from a place of depth, authenticity, and presence. We are especially drawn to offerings rooted in intention, inclusivity, and reverence for the land and community. If you feel called to share your medicine, craft, or creative practice in service of this shared experience, we’d love to explore what co-creation could look like.

Apply here.

Please note: you’ll need to create a profile on Circle in order to apply.