Choreographers
SOC Code: 27-2032 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Choreographers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $47,237 | $78,333 | $109,450 | $140,546 |
| Kingston, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Glens Falls, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Ithaca, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Rochester, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Elmira, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Binghamton, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
| Syracuse, NY | $43,389 | $75,774 | $108,139 | $140,525 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Instructing | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.9 | |
| Coordination | 3.9 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Learning Strategies | 3.6 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 3.6 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.5 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Time Management | 3.4 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts | 4.5 |
| Education and Training | 3.3 |
| Administration and Management | 3.2 |
| Production and Processing | 3.2 |
| Communications and Media | 3.1 |
| Design | 3.1 |
| English Language | 3.0 |
| Psychology | 2.9 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 33.3% |
| Bachelor's degree | 19.1% |
| Some college | 19.1% |
| Less than high school | 9.5% |
| Associate's degree | 9.5% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 4.8% |
| Doctoral degree | 4.8% |
Typical Tasks
- Direct rehearsals to instruct dancers in dance steps and in techniques to achieve desired effects.
- Read and study story lines and musical scores to determine how to translate ideas and moods into dance movements.
- Design dances for individual dancers, dance companies, musical theatre, opera, fashion shows, film, television productions, and special events, and for dancers ranging from beginners to professionals.
- Choose the music, sound effects, or spoken narrative to accompany a dance.
- Advise dancers on standing and moving properly, teaching correct dance techniques to help prevent injuries.
- Coordinate production music with music directors.
- Audition performers for one or more dance parts.
- Direct and stage dance presentations for various forms of entertainment.
Technology Skills
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