Opening Night
Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater
Interns, Coordinators & Production
The Vail Dance Festival is seeking ambitious candidates to serve as members of the 2024 Festival team. Applicants should have a strong work ethic and commitment to teamwork. Positions are available to work as interns, coordinators and members of the Production team who will support a variety of key Festival areas within the positions listed below. This is a unique opportunity to work behind-the-scenes alongside some of the world’s greatest dancers, choreographers, and artistic leaders. All interested are encouraged to apply. No dance background is required. Please click on a button below to view the job description for that position.
Intern Positions (Click to view Job Description and Apply)
The application window for the 2024 Internship Program is now closed. Applications for the 2025 Program will open in the Fall.
Questions? Contact Harper Addison at haddison@vvf.org.
Coordinator Positions
All available positions have been filled.
Questions? Contact Harper Addison at haddison@vvf.org.
Production Positions
All available positions have been filled.
Questions? Contact Harper Addison at haddison@vvf.org.
Ambassadors
HIGH SCHOOL AMBASSADOR
The Vail Dance Festival is looking for a group of dance enthusiasts to join the Festival team as Festival Ambassadors. Ambassadors will act as stewards to the Festival working to spread the word about the Festival and educating the community about the programming while also helping with daily Festival operations. The Ambassador’s commitment will require a hands-on approach, comfort in speaking to the general public, and a greater understanding of the Festival’s history and programming.
This position is an opportunity for individuals in high school (completed freshman, sophomore, junior or senior year) to be involved with the Vail Dance Festival and stand up as leaders and representatives. Being detail-oriented, time-efficient, and well-organized, as well as keeping a positive and joyful mindset will be crucial. Ambassadors will work closely with Festival staff and will be considered an integral part of the overall success of the Festival.
The commitment is 40 hours and will be completed prior to and during the Festival dates. All participants will receive a Festival t-shirt and a Student Performance Plus Pass. Please read through the full Program Details before applying.
JUNIOR AMBASSADOR
The Junior Ambassador Program is open to current 7th & 8th-grade students (completed 7th or 8th grade in Spring 2024).
This position is an opportunity for individuals in middle school (completed 7th grade or 8th grade) to be involved with the Vail Dance Festival. Being detail-oriented, time-efficient, and well-organized, as well as keeping a positive and joyful mindset will be crucial. Ambassadors will work closely with Festival staff and will be considered an integral part of the overall success of the Festival.
The commitment is 40 hours and will be completed prior to and during the Festival dates. All participants will receive a Festival t-shirt and a Student Performance Plus Pass. Please read through the full Program Details before applying.
Applications for the 2024 Ambassador Program are now open:
All applications are due by 11:59pm on March 1, 2024.
Questions? Contact Harper Addison at haddison@vvf.org.
Become a Vail Dance Festival Volunteer
There are many volunteer opportunities available throughout the Vail Dance Festival!
More Employment Opportunities
The Vail Dance Festival is a project of the Vail Valley Foundation. Explore all Vail Valley Foundation employment opportunities at vvf.org/employment.