Choreographers


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Choreographers

Choreographers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, choreographers:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Have a high level of social interaction. They spend much of their workday working with dancers.
  • Talk with others primarily on the telephone or in-person. They also use e-mail to communicate with others.
  • Occasionally speak in front of groups, such as an entire dance team.
  • Nearly always work as part of a team of dancers.
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  • Are responsible for the performance of the dancers.
  • Are responsible for the safety and health of dancers.
  • May on occasion be placed in conflict situations in which dancers may disagree over how best to perform the work.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Usually work indoors, but may work outdoors for special events.
  • Come in close physical contact with dancers, such as when showing them how to position themselves or perform a specific move.

Work Performance

  • Must fully complete and be exact in their work to create professional performances.
  • Repeat the same physical and mental activities.
  • Sometimes consult with their dancers before making decisions or setting tasks and goals.
  • Often make decisions that strongly impact coworkers and their company.
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  • Work in a very competitive and stressful environment. Strict deadlines must be met, such as preparing for a large performance.

Hours/Travel

  • May have periods without employment.
  • May work nights and weekends, when most performances are held.
  • May travel with dance groups.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.