{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:37.153Z","occupation":{"soc":"27-2032.00","title":"Choreographers","group":"Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports & Media","sector":"71","jobZone":3,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers choreographers working in studio, stage, film, and live-event environments — from entry-level rehearsal support and instruction through executive artistic leadership of professional dance organizations.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Basic dance terminology and step sequences — identify and demonstrate under direct supervision during introductory rehearsal sessions.","Instructor-led warm-up and cool-down routines — execute and assist with in a studio setting to support injury prevention for dancers.","Rhythm and basic musical structure — recognize and apply when guiding beginner students through simple movement exercises.","Dance movements and formation patterns — observe and document using handwritten notation or basic word processing software under trainer guidance.","Assigned rehearsal schedules and protocols — follow consistently to support timely preparation for entry-level performance productions.","Pre-selected music tracks or sound effects — review and match to simple choreographic sequences with direction from a supervising choreographer.","Preliminary movement ideas — test informally with a small group of dancers in a studio environment to gather initial peer feedback.","Introductory exposure to related art forms such as theatre and visual arts — draw on to identify basic influences during guided creative exercises.","Electronic mail and internet browser software — use to communicate with instructors, access rehearsal materials, and research dance styles.","Verbal instructions about body alignment and posture — relay accurately to dancers during structured rehearsal drills under supervision."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Rehearsal sessions for small ensembles — direct routinely with reduced oversight, correcting dance steps and technique to meet production standards.","Injury-prevention guidance regarding standing and movement mechanics — provide consistently to dancers during regular studio rehearsals.","Rhythm, timing, and interpretive movement concepts — teach to intermediate-level students and performers across a variety of class formats.","Choreographic patterns and formations — record systematically using spreadsheet or presentation software to maintain accurate production documentation.","Dance segments for local or regional entertainment productions — stage and coordinate, managing logistics across multiple rehearsal cycles.","Music, sound effects, or spoken narrative accompaniment — select independently to complement choreographic themes for mid-scale performances.","Variations in dancer placement, step combinations, and style — experiment with during working rehearsals, soliciting and applying dancer feedback.","Elements from theatre, architecture, and visual arts — incorporate into choreographic concepts when developing new pieces for established performance groups.","Office suite and graphics software — apply to create rehearsal plans, visual layouts, and promotional materials for recurring productions.","Personnel schedules and individual dancer progress — monitor across a production cycle to ensure readiness and address performance gaps proactively."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Full-scale rehearsal processes for professional dance companies — lead autonomously, delivering precise technical instruction across all stages of production.","Comprehensive injury-prevention frameworks — design and communicate to dancers throughout a production, adapting guidance to individual physical needs.","Advanced rhythm, musicality, and interpretive movement curricula — develop and deliver independently for diverse performer populations and skill levels.","Complete choreographic scores including spatial patterns and technical nuances — record and maintain using specialized notation methods and digital tools for archival and transfer purposes.","Complex dance presentations across multiple entertainment formats including stage, film, and live events — direct and stage with full creative and logistical accountability.","Original soundscapes combining music, sound effects, and narrative — curate and integrate with choreographic vision to create cohesive artistic works.","Iterative creative development cycles — lead by systematically testing unconventional dancer configurations, movement vocabularies, and spatial concepts based on structured feedback analysis.","Cross-disciplinary artistic research spanning theatre, visual arts, and architecture — conduct independently and synthesize into distinctive choreographic works.","Production budgets, timelines, and communication workflows — manage using CRM, spreadsheet, and presentation software to deliver projects on schedule and within resources.","Non-routine creative and logistical challenges during production — resolve through critical thinking and sound judgment, adjusting choreographic plans without disrupting company momentum."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational choreographic vision and artistic direction — set and champion across an entire dance company or entertainment enterprise, shaping long-term creative identity.","Company-wide injury-prevention culture and movement wellness standards — establish and institutionalize, influencing training policies for all dancers and instructors.","Mentorship and professional development programs for emerging and mid-level choreographers — design and lead to build sustained organizational talent pipelines.","Institutional knowledge management systems for choreographic works — oversee, ensuring production records, notations, and digital archives are preserved and accessible at scale.","High-profile or multi-venue dance productions with large ensemble casts — executive-direct, coordinating creative teams, technical directors, and production staff simultaneously.","Strategic artistic partnerships with composers, sound designers, and media producers — forge and manage to elevate the creative quality of flagship productions.","Innovation-driven experimental choreography initiatives — champion at the organizational level, allocating resources and creating structures that encourage creative risk-taking.","Cross-sector collaborations with theatre companies, visual arts institutions, and architectural firms — lead to generate interdisciplinary works that expand the field's creative boundaries.","Enterprise-level technology adoption including web platforms, graphical interface tools, and digital media — guide for production, audience engagement, and organizational communications.","Strategic planning and resource allocation for performing arts organizations — execute using management frameworks that align artistic mission with financial sustainability across multiple seasons."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}