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Is being a choreographer a good fit for you?

Creates new dance routines and teaches them to dancers. May direct and stage shows.

What the work involves

  • Leads rehearsals and teaches dancers steps and techniques to get the right effects.
  • Advises dancers on standing and moving well, and teaches correct technique to prevent injuries.
  • Teaches students, dancers and other performers about rhythm and expressive movement.
  • Directs and stages dance shows for different kinds of entertainment.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be creative, helping and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeStrong. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingSome. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingSome. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingLow. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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