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Festival Lead

$18 - $21/hr

Race Operations Reports To: Manager, Festival Location: Remote Company Overview A worldwide leader ... Coordinate with Festival Manager and Race Director the layout of festival to ensure all activations ...

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SALES DIRECTOR NORTH AMERICA REMOTE

Burlington, VT · Remote

$110K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

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SALES DIRECTOR NORTH AMERICA (REMOTE) JV International (JVI) is a specialized footwear component ... JV International does not discriminate based on race, color, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation ...

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Director of Sales, Wind Energy - REMOTE

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$180K - $300K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

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  • PTO

Director of Sales & Business Development - Wind Energy Location: Remote | Houston preferred ... race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic ...

Centene

Remote Medical Director, Marketplace

$236K - $449K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Position Purpose: Assist the Chief Medical Director to direct and coordinate the medical management ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Centene

Remote Medical Director, Appeals

$236K - $449K/yr

  • Medical

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Position Purpose: Assist the Chief Medical Director to direct and coordinate the medical management ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Centene

Remote Medical Director, Appeals

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$236K - $449K/yr

  • Medical

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  • PTO

Position Purpose: Assist the Chief Medical Director to direct and coordinate the medical management ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Topo Advisors

Director, Tax (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

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As Director of Tax you will create and lead Topo Advisors' tax practice helping to define the ... We don't discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual ...

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How much do remote race director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote race director in the United States is $89,990.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote race director?

Remote Race Directors are professionals responsible for organizing and managing races or endurance events from a remote location, rather than being physically present at the event site. They coordinate logistics, oversee timing and results, communicate with participants and volunteers, and handle emergencies or issues using digital tools and communication platforms. This role has become increasingly common with the rise of virtual and hybrid races, allowing for greater flexibility while ensuring the smooth operation of events.

What are the main challenges a remote race director faces in coordinating virtual events, and how can these be addressed?

A Remote Race Director often encounters challenges such as ensuring seamless communication with participants and team members across various locations, managing technology platforms for timing and results, and addressing participant questions in real time. To overcome these, it's important to establish clear communication channels, use reliable event management software, and set up support teams for troubleshooting. Proactive planning, regular virtual check-ins with staff, and detailed pre-event instructions for participants can greatly enhance the event's success and participant satisfaction.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote race director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Race Director, you need strong organizational skills, event planning experience, and knowledge of race logistics, typically supported by a background in sports management or event coordination. Proficiency with virtual race platforms, registration systems, timing technology, and communication tools is essential. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring smooth event execution, participant satisfaction, and the ability to effectively manage remote teams and logistics.

What is the difference between Remote Race Director vs Remote Event Coordinator?

AspectRemote Race DirectorRemote Event Coordinator
Required CredentialsExperience in race/event planning, certifications in event management or related fieldsExperience in event planning, organizational skills, possibly certifications in event coordination
Work EnvironmentOversees race operations, manages teams remotely, coordinates with on-site staffHandles logistics, vendor communication, participant registration remotely
Industry UsageCommon in running, cycling, triathlon eventsUsed across various event types including races, festivals, corporate events

The Remote Race Director focuses on overseeing the entire race event, including planning, safety, and operations, often with some on-site presence. The Remote Event Coordinator handles logistical details, vendor relations, and participant management primarily from a remote setting. Both roles require strong organizational skills and industry-specific knowledge, but the Race Director typically has more strategic responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Remote Race Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,990 per year, or $43.3 per hour.

Festival Lead

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Remote

$18 - $21/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

First Tee rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

34th of 773 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Position: Lead, Festival
Employment type: Part Time
Department: Race Operations
Reports To: Manager, Festival
Location: Remote
Company Overview
A worldwide leader in endurance sports, Spartan is a high-growth, international organization that owns and operates mass-participation athletic events under the brands Spartan®, Tough Mudder®, Spartan Trail®, Hurricane Heat, and DEKA. We create transformational experiences, products, and content to help people, companies, and teams tear down boundaries and expand what they believe to be possible. With over 250 events across more than 40 countries, Spartan is the world's leading extreme wellness and endurance brand.
Position Overview
The Lead, Festival is responsible for leading the setup, operation, and breakdown of Spartan's festival areas during events. This hands-on role coordinates staff, volunteers, equipment, tents, supplies, and venue layouts to ensure the festival is built efficiently, operates smoothly on race days, and is properly packed and loaded after each event. The ideal candidate is a strong leader who thrives in fast-paced outdoor environments, can manage large teams, operate equipment, and quickly solve operational challenges.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Unloading and organize the contents of the Festival Trailer within base camp
  • Gather and verify inventory of tents from previous race and prepare for distribution
  • Coordinate with Festival Manager and Race Director the layout of festival to ensure all activations, tents and fence lines fit within the specific guidelines and limitations of the venue
  • Supervise and lead the assembly of all Spartan owned tents (20x20s, 10x20s, 10x10s)
  • Transport (operate a skid) zone supplies as tents and zones are assembled
  • Maintain a high tempo management style to ensure the productivity and efficiency among staff is optimal during build week and race day(s)
  • Supervise the distribution of toilets and handle any questions as instructed by Festival Manager
  • Manage volunteers and support staff in an efficient and deliberate manner through delegation of tasks.
  • Create/oversee zone specific fence lines
  • Have all materials necessary for support staff to set up zones and distributed from base camp to zones
  • Be available to run supplies and volunteers to areas of need in festival, both build week, race day(s), and load out
  • Be able to maneuver through festival on race day with an understanding of what needs to be done at varying times (volunteer switchover, staff breaks, checking power sources, directing volunteers to areas of need)
  • Supervise and lead the taking down and storage of all Spartan owned tents
  • Supervise the cleaning and packing of zone materials into zone specific crates
  • Operate and load all festival materials back into the festival trailer after being provided a load plan by the Festival Manager

Requirements
Qualifications
  • Have experience as a manager in a high pace environment
  • Have experience operating machinery, or be willing to learn
  • Be comfortable traveling 100 days or more during the year
  • Be prepared and comfortable with working outside in all severe weather situations
  • Be physically capable of working long hours 10+ days consecutively
  • Be willing to learn the processes set in place, while maintaining an analytical and problem solving mindset to improve these procedures
  • Must be able to manage high volumes of people with an efficient approach to accomplishing mission critical task

Qualities Required of All Spartan Team Members
Spartan is a high-performance organization, and successful team members must possess a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a hands-on approach. Team members are proactive, solutions-oriented, and capable of operating effectively in dynamic, evolving environments while maintaining accountability and cost discipline.
Spartan Race is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and celebrate the uniqueness of every individual on our team. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. Spartan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
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$18-$21 per hour

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