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How much do dancing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for dancing in Michigan is $22.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.10 and $25.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a dancer?

Dancers are performing artists who use movement, rhythm, and expression to convey stories, emotions, or concepts, often to music. They may perform in a variety of styles, such as ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, ballroom, or cultural dances, either solo or as part of a group. Dancers work in settings like theaters, television, movies, music videos, and live events, and often spend years training and rehearsing to master their craft. The work can be physically demanding and requires discipline, creativity, and a passion for performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a professional dancer?

To thrive as a Professional Dancer, you need strong technical dance skills, physical fitness, and often formal training or a degree in dance. Proficiency with music editing software, stage lighting, and familiarity with various dance genres or choreography systems is typical. Exceptional discipline, teamwork, adaptability, and creativity help dancers stand out in auditions and performances. These skills are crucial for delivering high-quality performances, collaborating with choreographers and peers, and sustaining a demanding career in the arts.

What are some common challenges professional dancers face when working in a dance company or troupe?

Professional dancers often face challenges such as maintaining physical health due to the demanding nature of rehearsals and performances, adapting quickly to different choreographic styles, and managing irregular work hours, including evenings and weekends. Additionally, dancers must collaborate closely with choreographers and fellow dancers, requiring strong communication and teamwork skills. Balancing auditions, ongoing training, and performance schedules can also be demanding, but these experiences help dancers develop resilience and versatility in their careers.

What is the difference between Dancing vs Choreographer?

AspectDancingChoreographer
Required CredentialsDance training, certifications, or experienceDance background, choreography experience, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentPerforming on stage, in studios, or on setDesigning dance routines, collaborating with performers
Industry UsagePerformers in theater, film, TV, or live showsCreative role in dance productions, often employed by theaters or production companies
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for dance performers or classesLooking for dance choreographers or choreography services

While dancers focus on executing dance routines and performing, choreographers create and design those routines. Both roles require dance experience, but choreographers also need creative and planning skills to develop dance pieces for performances.

What are some dance professions?

Dance professions include roles such as professional dancer, choreographer, dance instructor, and dance therapist. These careers often require training in dance techniques, physical fitness, and sometimes certifications or degrees in dance or performing arts. Professionals typically work in theaters, studios, or educational settings and may specialize in genres like ballet, jazz, hip-hop, or contemporary dance.

What careers can you do with dance?

Careers with dance include professional dancer, dance instructor, choreographer, dance therapist, and performer in theater, film, or television. These roles often require training, performance skills, and sometimes certifications or degrees in dance or related fields.

What jobs can you get as a dancer?

Dancers can find employment as performers in theaters, dance companies, or on stage for concerts and musicals. They may also work as dance instructors, choreographers, or in entertainment venues such as cruise ships, theme parks, and television productions. Many dancers require training, auditions, and sometimes certifications to secure these roles.
Infographic showing various Dancing job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $45,873 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

Merchandise Seasonal Tour Team

Varsitybrands

Three Rivers, MI โ€ข On-site

$18.50/hr

Part-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 3 days ago


Job description

VARSITY SPIRIT, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE DRIVING FORCE IN SPIRIT ACROSS CHEER, DANCE, BAND AND YEARBOOK

For over 50 years, Varsity Spirit has been the leading global source for all things spirit, including cheerleading, dance team, performing arts and yearbook. Focused on safety, entertainment and traditional school leadership, Varsity Spirit's 5,000+ employees are dedicated to celebrating school spirit. A leader in apparel innovation, educational camps, clinics, competitions, and yearbook, Varsity Spirit impacts more than a million athletes each year.

OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFETY

At Varsity Spirit, the safety and wellbeing of the young people we serve is of the utmost importance. Since our inception 50 years ago, we have been - and remain - steadfastly committed to doing our part to create a safe and positive environment for our participants' physical, emotional, and social development, and promoting an environment free from abuse and misconduct. Varsity has a zero tolerance for abuse in its programs, events, and associated business activities. Varsity is committed to reporting all suspicions, allegations, and incidents of abuse in full accordance with local laws and reporting requirements. Learn more at Our Commitment to Safety - Varsity.com.

WORK TYPE Remote

LOCATION DETAILS New Jersey, Ocean Township

WORK HOURS Thursday - Monday

Seasonal Tour Team

Peak Season Requirements:

  • Candidates must be available to work weekends
  • Travel from January-June

Base pay: $18.50/hour

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

When passion, courage, and craftsmanship are put into something, positive things will happen.OneBeatDance Brands produces the most exciting, high-energy, innovative events in the dance industry. We are a growing family of brands dedicated to creating the best experience possible for our dancers,teachersand attendees. Our brands currently include Beyond the Stars, Groove, Breakout, and Reverb! Collectively, we host over 200 regional dance competitions, 9 national finals and 13 fall dance conventions per season. Join us and becomea partof the energy and excitement ofOneBeat!

One Beat a Varsity Achievement Brand is looking to hire a Merchandise team member; Sales associatesare responsible forselling merchandise, program booklets, and other items that are available at the merchandise booth for the duration of our events. They will provide the studio directors with their information packets upon arrival. Associates willbe responsible foransweringgeneral questionsfrom our customers (including dancers,parentsand directors) as well as greeting and directing them to where they need to go when they enter the venue. The sales associate willassisttheir Event Director when studios check in; they will take the lead in this when studios check in later throughout the weekend and a director is not available. Sales associates willbe responsible forrestocking and folding merchandise prior to the end of an event. At the end of each event, they will complete an inventory sheet. Furthermore, each registered dancer receivesa free giftat our regional events; the sales associate will distribute these free gifts. Most importantly, our sales associateis responsible forcreating an experience for all inattendance andbeing a customer service liaison throughout the event.

Responsibilities of this position include:

  • Set-up of merchandise booth, apparel, etc.
  • Restock and fold merchandise.
  • Assistcustomers with any product/service question.
  • Greet customers and direct them to where they need to go in the venue.
  • Maintain inventory levels in display cases.
  • Handle sales transactions.
  • Check in any remaining studios, as needed.
  • Communicate effectively with coworkers.
  • Complete inventory.
  • Breakdown of merchandise booth, apparel, etc. after the event has concluded.
  • Ensure signage is posted prior to the end of each night in anticipation of the next day of competition.
  • Attend mandatory training.
  • Comply withall policies and procedures listed in your employee handbook.
  • Adhere to any other duties assigned by the event director or designee

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ ABILITIES

  • Must be 18 years or older
  • Ability to work long event days (8-16 hours)
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. (event equipment, merchandise bins, staging materials)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Comfortable working in loud, dynamic and fast-paced environments.
  • Flexibility and adaptability in responding to shifting event needs.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

  • HS Diploma or GED (required)
  • Previous event dance industry experience preferred but not required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job.


JOIN THE BEST TEAM IN SPORT & SPIRIT

At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our two divisions - BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit - and our network of 6,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with a wide range of educational institutions and club and professional sports to transform the student journey in SPORT and SPIRIT.


OUR VALUES

Service - We lead with heart. We champion community.

Passion - We love what we do. It fuels our purpose.

Integrity - We do what we promise. We own our actions and decisions.

Respect - We earn it by giving it. Because everyone deserves it.

Innovation - We never stop striving to be better. For ourselves and our community.

Transparency - We are committed to openness and honesty in everything we do.


OUR BENEFITS

We are committed to putting you and your families first. For benefits eligible roles, we offer a variety of choices and costs as well as program enhancements that align with our responsibility to elevate the employee experience. Some of our offerings include:

  • Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
  • HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
  • Wellbeing Program
  • 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
  • Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
  • Varsity Brands Ownership Program
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
  • St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
  • Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!


Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.