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Choreographer/Dance Instructor 

 

Job Description

  • žChoreographers cultivate routines for many different types of productions which include: musicals, opera, film and TV productions and performances. 

  • žSome choreographers may be hired for special events such as fashion shows.

  • žThey may be specialized in a certain form of dance such as: ballet, hip hop, jazz or they may be versatile. 

  • žDeveloping routines is a very creative process which dance instructors go through often.

  • žThe choreography is often based on a story which dance instructors research on prior to setting the choreography.

  • They assist other dancers by teaching them technique and correcting mistakes

 

Working Conditions

Dance Instructors

  • žMost dance instructors work full-time or part-time at private dance schools.

  • žTheir job schedule is more structured. (If at school-Mon to Fri)

Choreographer

  • žChoreographers are employed based on a contract.  

  • žIrregular hours

  • žHave to attend daily rehearsals

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ž *Dance instructors and choreographers work in theatre rehearsal rooms or dance studios. 

 

Earnings

  • žThe salary may range from $35 000- $80 000.

  • žMany dance instructors do earn more than $80 000 if they work with other companies.

  • žChoreographers’ earnings vary depending on their experience, reputation, hours worked ant etc. 

  • žSome employers pay higher wages then others for example: T.V or commercial theatre production companies pay more than smaller dance theatres.

  • žFull-time dance instructors often receive benefits.

 

Education

  • žFor the most part choreographers and dance instructors starts off as dancers.

  • žFormal training in dance must be completed in orders to become a dancer.

  • žIn high school it is recommended to take dance and the arts (drama, music) throughout the 4 year.

  • žThe suggested university programs are: dance acting, visual and performing arts. 

 

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