How do they match: Choreographers

  • Artistic Director

  • Advise dancers on standing and moving properly, teaching correct dance techniques to help prevent injuries.
  • Design sets, lighting, costumes, and other artistic elements of productions, in collaboration with cast members.
  • Direct rehearsals to instruct dancers in dance steps and in techniques to achieve desired effects.
  • Record dance movements and their technical aspects, using a technical understanding of the patterns and formations of choreography.
  • Seek influences from other art forms, such as theatre, the visual arts, and architecture.
  • Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.

  • Coordinate artistic activities.
  • Develop artistic or design concepts for decoration, exhibition, or commercial purposes.
  • Manage operations of artistic or entertainment departments or organizations.
  • Practice athletic or artistic skills.
  • Train others on performance techniques.