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Choreographers

Median Salary
52,000
Job Outlook
+6%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.

What is the job outlook?

Overall employment of dancers and choreographers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations. About 3,400 openings for dancers and choreographers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$28,970

10%

$52,000

Median

$104,670

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    33%

  • Bachelor's degree

    19%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    19%

  • Associate's degree

    9%

  • Less than high school

    9%

  • Some college

    4%

  • Master's degree

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Musical Theatre
  • Dance, General
  • Dance, Other
  • Theatre and Dance
  • Ballet

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Leadership

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Fine Arts
  • Education and Training
  • Administration and Management
  • Production and Processing
  • Communications and Media

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Responsibility

    High

  • Physical Activity

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Artistic

You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.

Social

You love connecting with people, helping others and making a difference in your community.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.