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Quick Facts: Dancers and Choreographers | |
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$18.17 per hour | |
See How to Become One | |
See How to Become One | |
Long-term on-the-job training | |
21,200 | |
-1% (Little or no change) | |
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What Dancers and Choreographers Do
Dancers and choreographers use dance performances to express ideas and stories.
Work Environment
Some dancers work in performing arts companies, or are self-employed. Choreographers may work in dance schools, and others may work as self-employed choreographers.
How to Become a Dancer or Choreographer
Education and training requirements vary with the type of dancer; however, all dancers need many years of formal training. Nearly all choreographers began their careers as dancers.
Pay
The median hourly wage for choreographers was $22.98 in May 2018.
The median hourly wage for dancers was $16.31 in May 2018.
Job Outlook
Overall employment of dancers and choreographers is projected to show little or no change from 2018 to 2028. A continued interest in dance and in pop culture may provide opportunities in dance schools and in venues outside of dance companies. However, dancers and choreographers face intense competition, and the number of applicants is expected to vastly exceed the number of job openings.
State & Area Data
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Similar Occupations
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More Information, Including Links to O*NET
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