Staff during camp
Full time staff, supervisors and specialists
Due to the high number of applications we are receiving for HDC 2026, we have decided to close the Staff application form once we reach 500 applications. As of March 18th we have 450 application. So please sign up as soon as possible if you are interested! We are sorry in advance that many people will end up on the waiting list, we just do not have the capacity but are very excited that there are so many people who want to join our team!
Please carefully read through the staff booklet before applying as a staff member.
At the same time, both of these weeks are known for a great team spirit and are the favourite weeks among many of the staff members. They might not be the lightest weeks, but it's beautiful teamwork and you will make lifelong friends! This year, we will offer a payment of SEK 4000 for each of these weeks. You will need to stay the entire work week.
Payment
4000 SEK
Accommodation
Herräng-style bunk bed in large room or tent spot, 1-2 nights sleepover-style with mattresses on the floor
Food
Three meals per day and fika (coffe breaks) in between
Working hours (set-up)
- 7 full days of work (Friday until Thursday evening).
- Work between 09:00 - 20:00 with meal breaks and fika times.
- Friday (3 July), right before the camp will be a rest day. You won’t get paid for this day but we will provide food and accommodation.
Working hours (crash-down)
- 7 full days of work (Sunday till Saturday afternoon).
- Work between 09:00 - 20:00 with meal breaks and fika times.
- The first crash down meeting will be on Saturday, dinner time.
- Saturday (1 August), right after the camp will be a rest day, you won’t get paid for this day but we provide food and accommodation. We use this day to sleep and get energy for crash-down; With some departments we will have to be flexible on Saturday (drives, emergency, scheduled work, etc.). We will adjust on the spot.
We are hiring!
Come work with us behind the scenes
Herräng Dance Camp is one of the world’s most recognized and longest-running swing dance camp, offering a unique experience to dancers from all over the globe. Each summer, Herräng transforms into a vibrant community where dance, music and creativity come alive. We are committed to maintaining a welcoming, organised and fun environment for all our participants and staff.
Are you a creative soul who loves bringing spaces to life?
Do you enjoy working hands-on, transforming ideas into visual magic – and want to spend your summer surrounded by dance, music, and international community?
Then this might be the perfect summer job for you!
About the Role
We’re looking for a Set Designer / Scenographer to join us for July 2026, with approximately one month of preparation work beforehand.
You’ll be part of our creative team, designing and decorating spaces that make Herräng Dance Camp come alive – from our cafés and food areas to outdoor spaces and social venues.
The role involves both planning and practical work: creating visual concepts, sourcing materials, decorating spaces, and ensuring that everything looks warm, inviting, and full of character.
Experience from Herräng Dance Camp or similar artistic projects is a big plus.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has education or experience in scenography, design, stagecraft, or similar fields
- Is creative, hands-on, and enjoys teamwork
- Can work independently and manage multiple tasks
- Has a good eye for aesthetics and atmosphere
- Speaks English (our main working language)
- Ideally has been to Herräng before and understands the spirit of the event
We offer:
- A unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in scenography and event design
- A vibrant and international environment filled with creativity, music, and community
- Accommodation in beautiful Herräng during your stay
- A summer full of inspiration, teamwork, and fun
- Salary upon agreement
Send your application with a short introduction and portfolio (if available) to staff@herrang.com and write ‘Application Scenographer’ as the subject of your e-mail.
Application deadline: 15 January - however, we will read all applications as they arrive, and might close the deadline earlier if we find a perfect match.
✨ Herräng Dance Camp – where people, creativity, and music come together.