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MSG Sports, LLC

Senior Choreography Director

New York, NY · On-site

$113K - $180K/yr

The Senior Choreography Director will also assist with brand related initiatives and events that involve the Knicks City Dancers and Knicks City Kids including but not limited to televised special ...

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How much do assistant choreographer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant choreographer in the United States is $20.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Choreographer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Choreographer, you need a strong background in dance, knowledge of various movement styles, and experience assisting with choreography or teaching, often supported by formal dance training. Familiarity with music editing software, video recording tools, and sometimes dance notation systems is typically required. Excellent communication, teamwork, adaptability, and organizational skills help you collaborate effectively with choreographers and performers. These skills ensure smooth rehearsals, clear creative direction, and successful execution of performances.

What are some common challenges Assistant Choreographers face when collaborating with lead choreographers and performers?

Assistant Choreographers often navigate the challenge of translating the lead choreographer’s vision into actionable steps for performers, ensuring that everyone understands the intended style and movements. They also act as a bridge between the creative and technical sides, which may require adapting choreography to suit different skill levels or resolving misunderstandings within the team. Effective communication, adaptability, and strong organizational skills are essential for managing rehearsals, giving feedback, and supporting performers while maintaining the creative integrity of the production.

What is the difference between Assistant Choreographer vs Dance Captain?

AspectAssistant ChoreographerDance Captain
ResponsibilitiesSupports the choreographer, assists in teaching routines, and helps with rehearsals.Leads dancers during performances, maintains choreography consistency, and communicates director’s vision.
Required SkillsStrong dance background, understanding of choreography, teamwork skills.Leadership, communication, in-depth knowledge of choreography.
Work EnvironmentRehearsals, studio settings, assisting choreographers on set or stage.Performances, rehearsals, on-stage leadership roles.

While both roles support dance productions, the Assistant Choreographer primarily assists the choreographer during rehearsals and preparation, whereas the Dance Captain leads dancers during performances and ensures choreography is accurately executed on stage.

What are Assistant Choreographers?

Assistant Choreographers are professionals who support lead choreographers in creating, teaching, and perfecting dance routines for performances, film, television, or stage productions. They help demonstrate choreography, rehearse with dancers, give feedback, and sometimes step in to lead rehearsals or performances. Their role is essential for ensuring the vision of the main choreographer is effectively communicated and executed. Assistant Choreographers also often handle organizational tasks, such as scheduling rehearsals and managing music or props. This position is a key stepping stone for those aspiring to become lead choreographers themselves.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Choreographer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,654 per year, or $20 per hour.

Summer Theatre: Choreographer

Illinois School District U-46

Elgin, IL • On-site

Temporary

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Appendix F - Extra Duty/Non-Coaching
Date Posted:
5/5/2026
Location:
Fine Arts
Date Available:
06/01/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Position / Title: Summer Theatre: Vocal/Pit/Choreographer
Bargaining Unit: NAC
Department/Location: HS Activities
Calendar Days: N/A
Reports To: Summer Theatre: Director/Building Athletic/Activities Director
JD Revision Date: 12/11/2023
Supervises: N/A
Function / Position Summary
To build and maintain a high-quality, District-wide theatre program, focusing on visual and functional aesthetics and coordinating with the production staff to provide summer enrichment opportunities for students.
Job Duties / Responsibilities
Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
  • Implement researched-based instructional strategies that engage all students, differentiating to accommodate a range of ability levels, and acknowledging a variety of cultural backgrounds in order to support student learning and growth.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, students, administrators, teacher colleagues, and community leaders.
  • Maintain high expectations for student achievement and behavior and motivate students to work to their highest potential.
  • Maintain equipment associated with the activity.
  • Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.
  • Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
  • Cultivate a positive, harassment free, instructional culture which motivates students through the use of effective communication and constructive feedback.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Apply and enforce student discipline in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and appropriate student handbook.

-AND-
VOCAL DIRECTOR
  • Train cast (leads and ensemble) in correct vocal technique.
  • Train cast (leads and ensemble) in the show's vocal pieces.
  • 80 Hours of Rehearsals
  • Collaborate with Production Team.
  • Attend all show performances.

-OR-
PIT DIRECTOR
  • Procure musicians in collaboration with the instrumental music faculty, hiring musicians as needed.
  • Train/instruct pit musicians in the music for the show.
  • Train/instruct cast members in conjunction with the pit musicians.
  • Collaborate with Production Team.
  • Conduct all show performances.
  • Prepare/edit/rewrite parts as needed.
  • 60 hours of rehearsal.

-OR-
CHOREOGRAPHER
  • Assist Director with creating a design for the musical production.
  • Create choreography for the production's dance numbers.
  • Train cast (leads and ensemble) in proper dance and movement technique.
  • Train cast (leads and ensemble) in the production's dance numbers.
  • Collaborate with Production Team.
  • 60 hours of rehearsals
  • Attend all performances.

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Music or Dance Education preferred
  • Illinois Professional Educators License (PEL) preferred

-OR-
  • High School Diploma required
  • Related coursework and/or previous related experience required

Experience / Knowledge
  • Previous musical theatre experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of show production preferred.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback, and to conduct conferences as needed with parents, students, administrators, or other teachers.
  • Strong communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions, inquiries, and/or complaints.
  • Display courtesy, tact, and respect when dealing with others.
  • Maintain appropriate confidentiality.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships; demonstrate a commitment to teamwork.
  • Ability and willingness to learn and refresh job skills through professional development in order to meet the changing needs of this position.
  • Ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent unscheduled interruptions, and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.
  • Spanish language skills preferred.

Physical Demands
  • Occasionally requires working in warm temperatures, including under stage lights.
  • Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, or carry heavy materials or equipment, including set pieces and other related equipment.
  • Must work in noisy and crowded environments.
  • Public contact requiring appropriate business-like apparel.

Terms of Employment
  • This is an Appendix F stipend position in accordance to the school year calendar.
  • For Non-ETA Coaches: this position is for this year only.
  • Terms of employment will be determined in collaboration with the athletic/activity director.

Attachment(s):
  • ETA Appendix F.pdf

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