Lead Choreographer for Contemporary Dance Company

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development & travel

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng invites a Lead Choreographer to steer the company’s artistic direction, creating original works that resonate with audiences and critics. This hybrid role combines studio-based creation with remote administrative duties, demanding a visionary artist who can foster collaboration and push contemporary dance boundaries.

Lead daily rehearsals, shape programming with the artistic team, and manage the choreography budget while mentoring dancers.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a choreographer with a substantial body of original works performed professionally.
• A strong understanding of diverse movement vocabularies and choreographic methodologies.
• Proven ability to inspire and lead dancers through complex creative processes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with other artistic disciplines.
• Familiarity with dance notation systems and documentation methods.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Dance, Choreography, Performance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop, and stage original choreographic works for the company's performance season.
• Collaborate with the Artistic Director and other creative team members to define the artistic vision and programming.
• Lead daily company classes and rehearsals, providing clear instruction and artistic guidance to dancers.
• Foster a creative and supportive environment that encourages experimentation and artistic growth among dancers.
• Work with costume designers, lighting designers, and set designers to ensure a cohesive aesthetic for each production.
• Develop and manage the choreography department's budget and resources.
• Contribute to the company's artistic outreach and educational programs.
• Stay current with trends and innovations in contemporary dance globally.
• Maintain high artistic standards and artistic integrity across all choreographic output.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Artistic direction

Dancer mentorship

Movement vocabularies

Choreographic methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Dance/Choreography/Performance

Tools

Dance notation systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious contemporary dance company based in Benoni, Gauteng , is seeking an innovative and inspiring Lead Choreographer. This role is central to the artistic direction of the company, responsible for developing original choreographic works that resonate with both critical acclaim and audience engagement. You will lead the creative process, working closely with dancers and artistic staff to realize a compelling repertoire. We are looking for a visionary artist who can push the boundaries of contemporary dance, fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment for movement creation. This hybrid role allows for a blend of studio-based creation and remote administrative tasks, offering flexibility while maintaining a strong presence within the company's creative hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, develop, and stage original choreographic works for the company's performance season.


• Collaborate with the Artistic Director and other creative team members to define the artistic vision and programming.


• Lead daily company classes and rehearsals, providing clear instruction and artistic guidance to dancers.


• Foster a creative and supportive environment that encourages experimentation and artistic growth among dancers.


• Work with costume designers, lighting designers, and set designers to ensure a cohesive aesthetic for each production.


• Develop and manage the choreography department's budget and resources.


• Contribute to the company's artistic outreach and educational programs.


• Stay current with trends and innovations in contemporary dance globally.


• Maintain high artistic standards and artistic integrity across all choreographic output.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a choreographer with a substantial body of original works performed professionally.


• A strong understanding of diverse movement vocabularies and choreographic methodologies.


• Proven ability to inspire and lead dancers through complex creative processes.


• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.


• Demonstrated experience collaborating with other artistic disciplines.


• Familiarity with dance notation systems and documentation methods.


• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Dance, Choreography, Performance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• Ability to work effectively both in-person in Benoni, Gauteng , and remotely on administrative tasks.


• A deep passion for the art of dance and a commitment to artistic excellence.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional development and travel.


• You will be part of a vibrant and respected dance company, with the chance to create impactful work on a national and potentially international stage.


• The hybrid work model provides a balance between focused creative sessions and flexible remote work for administrative duties.


• Join a team dedicated to pushing the art form forward in the dynamic cultural landscape of Benoni, Gauteng .