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| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Application Deadline |
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| Artistic Director | Chamber Dance Project, dancers & musicians | Washington, D.C. | Chamber Dance Project, dancers & musicians, Seeking Artistic Director. Learn more about this opportunity: chamberdance.org/artisticdirector | Chamber Dance Project, dancers & musicians, was founded in New York by acclaimed choreographer, Diane Coburn Bruning, in the summer of 2000. The Chamber Dance Project (CDP) was reestablished in Washington, DC in 2014. CDP brings together outstanding artists to collaborate on new and contemporary works for 2-3 performance seasons a year, at times when many professional ballet companies are on lay-off. Our mission is “to create extraordinary experiences in contemporary ballet and live music.” We do this by: Commissioning and performing new and contemporary works by outstanding choreographers and composers Performing in collaboration with live musicians Performing in intimate venues heightening the audience’s experience Engaging audiences by providing access to the creative process through open rehearsals and discussions with the artists Providing robust programming – master classes, evenings with the artists, and pre-performance artist chats – between and during performance seasons Providing access to underserved communities who have limited opportunities to see live dance and music Providing meaningful work for professional ballet dancers during their lay-off periods We are seeking a dynamic and boldly creative leader to drive CDP’s evolution forward. Our preference is for an accomplished choreographer who may create new works to be performed alongside works from our repertoire, as well as from guest choreographers. Candidates who are not choreographers will also be considered. Competitive candidates will have the ability to: Develop, articulate, and implement a bold artistic vision to include goals and strategies for the continued success of the organization Oversee all aspects of the organization’s artistic programming, including the planning and execution of performances, artist events, open rehearsals, master classes, and educational programming Commission new works and license contemporary restagings; develop relationships with contemporary choreographers and composers Hire, cast, and coach high-caliber artists to ensure high-quality performances in an exceptional environment Collaborate with our Principal Musician on all music-related work Cultivate collaborative, creative relationships in metro Washington, DC Cultivate, develop, and grow funding resources to support all endeavors of CDP and its activities Administer the organization’s budget and resources, in collaboration with the Managing Director, to ensure that they are effectively used to achieve the organization’s goals Work with the Marketing Director to develop campaigns for seasons and programming Work with the Managing Director and staff on day-to-day operations Partner with the Board of Directors to work towards CDP’s mission Grow our presence locally and nationally, representing CDP to the public, media, patrons, and other stakeholders Develop further summer performance and touring opportunities regionally and nationally Desired experience and skills include: At least 12 years of professional dance experience in any or all of these areas: performer, choreographer, artistic director Extensive knowledge of and experience in classical and contemporary ballet, and contemporary artists Experience and a commitment to working with live musicians Substantial experience in running rehearsals in the studio and onstage Experience in working with a board and staff Excellent communication skills, including public speaking Advanced education in a related field The position is located in the Metro DC area. The successful candidate will work full-time, with six weeks of paid vacation and the possibility of time off for outside projects. Salary commensurate with experience. Position begins on or about July 1, 2026. To apply, kindly send the following to ADsearch@nullchamberdance.org by September 15, 2025: cover letter, C.V., three references, if choreographer, two samples of choreography, or, if a dancer, video representative of your work in studio or onstage. Final candidates will be asked to spend a paid week working with the company during our Jan 2-10, 2026 rehearsal and performance season. For more information on Chamber Dance Project, please visit chamberdance.org or chamberdance.org/artisticdirector | 9/15/2025 | |
| Assistant Professor of Dance | Bates College | Lewiston, Maine | The Department of Theater and Dance at Bates College invites applications for a full-time, tenure track position in Dance to begin July 1, 2026. | Review of applications will begin on September 16, 2025. Applications include: ● cover letter ● curriculum vitae ● teaching statement that describes how the applicant meets Bates’ standards of excellence in terms of inclusive and evidence-based pedagogy ● research statement that speaks to the current and future promise of a candidate’s professional work ● two work samples that provide evidence of scholarly activity (e.g. choreographic works, conference presentations, published writing) ● two sample syllabi ● contact information for three references. Note: The search committee will request letters of recommendation from three referees for short-listed candidates. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and verification of degree. APPLY HERE: https://apply.interfolio.com/170822 | 9/15/2025 | |
| Human Resources Manager | Urban Bush Women | Brooklyn, New York | UBW seeks a collaborative, people-centered, and values-based individual for the role of Human Resources Manager. | Starts at $35 per hour | Please visit https://urbanbushwomen.org/careers to view the full job description and application instructions. | 9/21/2025 |
| Manager, Social Media | New York City Ballet | New York, NY | New York City Ballet is seeking a social media specialist with strong writing/editing skills for the position of Manager, Social Media to join a fast-paced Marketing & Media department. | Range $70,000 - $75,000 | To apply please visit: https://nycballet.bamboohr.com/careers/140 | 9/21/2025 |
| Marketing and Communications Coordinator | Carolyn Dorfman Dance | Union, NJ | Should support and implement CDD’s communications goals. A successful person in this position will be adept at communicating CDD’s mission and vision to wide variety of audiences and stakeholders. | Mid-$40,000 to $50,000/annually | https://carolyndorfman.dance/marketing-and-communications-coordinator/ | 9/22/2025 |
| Individual Giving Manager | Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre | Pittsburgh | As the individual giving manager of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, you will play a crucial role in the growth of the annual fund, focusing on the cultivation and stewardship of individual donors. | Starting at $60,000 | apply on the PBT website at https://pbt.org/the-company/about/employment/ | 9/23/2025 |
| General Manager, 585 Arts | Global Arts Live | Cambridge, MA | The General Manager, 585 Arts, will oversee the business aspects of a new performing arts center, leading its launch and day-to-day operations. | $135,000-$145,000 | To submit a cover letter and resume with a summary of demonstrable accomplishments (electronic submissions preferred), please visit https://artsconsulting.com/opensearches/global-arts-live-seeks-general-manager-585-arts/ or Email: GlobalArtsLive-GM@nullArtsConsulting.com | 9/26/2025 |
| Director of Production | The Auditorium | Chicago, IL | The Director of Production is a leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of backstage and production operations at The Auditorium. This includes managing personnel, technical operations, | $75K - $85K | All candidates must complete an application through Roosevelt University - Roosevelt University Employment Opportunities | Director of Production https://jobs.roosevelt.edu/postings/8358 | 9/26/2025 |
| Director of Development | Mark Morris Dance Group | Brooklyn, NY | The Director of Development will lead and elevate fundraising efforts at the MMDG in support of its mission to engage and inspire communities through the transformative power of dance and music. | 135,000-155,000 | To join our team, please include a cover letter addressed to Nancy Umanoff, Executive Director, with your resume submission at https://grnh.se/7esgleak7us. Your cover letter must highlight relevant experience; resume submittals without a cover letter will not be considered. | 9/30/2025 |
| Executive Director | Goh Ballet | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | Goh Ballet Canada is seeking an accomplished and visionary Executive Director to lead its strategic and operational initiatives, ensuring the ongoing success of one of Canada's dance institutions. | An annual salary of $150,000 - $175,000 commensurate with experience, with three weeks of paid vacation and a health spending account of $2,500 annually. | Goh Ballet’s Executive Director Search is led by Martin Bragg and Nicola Dawes of Martin Bragg & Associates. If this position looks interesting, please email us for the full Position Profile and application instructions at gohballet@nullmbassociates.ca. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the deadline is 5:00 p.m. on September 30, 2025. | 9/30/2025 |
| Front Desk Administrator - CityDance Conservatory | CityDance | N. Bethesda, MD and/or Falls Church, VA | We are seeking a reliable and welcoming Front Desk Administrator to support our evening and weekend operations. | 17.95/hour | Please send an email to anna@nullcitydance.net that includes why you are interested in the position, your preferred location (MD or VA), and your availability. | 9/30/2025 |
| Interim Artistic Director | New Ballet Ensemble & School | Memphis, Tennessee | The Interim Artistic Director will lead the artistic vision and direction of New Ballet Ensemble & School, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and values. | Interested candidates should submit the following materials: - A cover letter detailing their interest in the position and alignment with New Ballet's mission. - A current resume highlighting relevant experience. - Links to video samples of choreographic work (if available). - Contact information for three professional references. Please send application materials to: careers@nullnewballet.org | 9/30/2025 | |
| Director of Advancement | Keshet Dance Company and Center for the Arts | Albuquerque, NM | We are looking for a full time Director of Advancement! Click below for the full job posting: https://keshetarts.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Keshet-Director-of-Advancement-2025.pdf | Please send a cover letter and resume to Marissa Reynolds at marissa@nullKeshetArts.org and cc info@nullKeshetArts.org | 9/30/2025 | |
| Assistant Professor - Dance | UC Berkeley Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies | Berkeley, CA | The Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the area of Dance Studies. | The Department of Theater, Dance, and Performance Studies at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the area of Dance practice, performance, choreography, and scholarship. Responsibilities will include pursuing a professional creative/research agenda; teaching courses at the undergraduate, and occasionally the graduate, level in the department’s dance technique, choreography, practice, performance, and dance and performance studies curricula; directing undergraduate concerts; mentoring and advising undergraduate and graduate students; and participating in departmental activities and administrative service at college and campus levels. The current salary range for this position is $80,800-$128,700. (9-month academic year salary). However, off-scale salary and other components of pay, which would yield compensation than is higher than this range, are offered to meet competitive conditions. Anticipated start date: July 1, 2026 Full posting: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF04966 | 9/30/2025 | |
| Full-time Executive Assistant and Artistic Administrator | Houston Ballet | Houston, Texas | The Executive Assistant and Artistic Administrator provides high-level administrative support to the Artistic Department. | Please Apply Here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=226084&clientkey=57516344665171F94892344D2B7528E2 | 9/30/2025 | |
| Academy Director | Ballet San Angelo | San Angelo, Texas | ACADEMY DIRECTOR Full time. Exempt. Effective upon hire. Relocation assistance, health insurance, 401k participation, studio access, fitness classes, and opportunities for professional development. | Send inquiry email to: susan@nullballetsanangelo.org for full job posting. Thank you for your interest! | 10/1/2025 | |
| Company Dancer | Carole Alexis Ballet Theatre / Ballet des Amériques | New York, New York | We are looking for mature individuals who are eager for in-depth work, detail-oriented, open-minded, and motivated. Positions are available for 3 men and 1 woman. | Company Dancers are paid $16.50 to $20/hour for rehearsals and receive $150-200 per performance day, depending on level, seniority, and the scale and budget of the event. Trainees receive partial or full scholarships and receive $50-$80 for performance day. | Send a cover letter, resume, photos, and video material to the CABT Administrations Department via email: carolealexisballettheatre@nullgmail.com Your video will be used as a pre-registration. The video should contain the original soundtrack of the music. 1- Your video is reviewed, 2 - You will be scheduled for an in-person audition. 3 - The subject line should include "Carole Alexis Ballet Theatre - Audition". 4 - All applicants must have the proper documentation to work in the U.S. (i.e.: work permit, Green card, U.S. Citizen, etc.) and passport. | 10/3/2025 |
| Choreographic Residency Artist | Kennesaw State University | Kennesaw, GA. | The KSU Choreographic Residency program invites two nationally-emerging or mid-career choreographers to the Department of Dance for a four-week residency to create two world premieres. | $5000 | Provide: A CV outlining choreographic history; A description of the proposed work; Two complete works (not excerpts). One sample must be a group work. Three references. Apply here: https://app.getacceptd.com/kennesawdance | 11/1/2025 |
| Global Executive Arts Management Fellowship | DeVos Institute of Arts and Nonprofit Management | Washington, D.C. | The DeVos Institute Global Executive Fellowship is a three-year, fully-subsidized program for arts and culture executives. | Fully-subsidized | Apply by Nov. 6, 2025 here: https://tinyurl.com/fellowsdusa | 11/6/2025 |
| Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance | Randolph College | Lynchburg, Virginia | The position responsibilities include teaching contemporary and ballet dance technique classes (elementary and combined intermediate/advanced), choreography, and courses serving the broader campus | Competitive | The anticipated start date is July 1, 2026. Application review will begin on October 10, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates chosen to be interviewed will be contacted by email. This job is for a one year appointment, renewable up to 3 years. To apply, please send the following materials in a single PDF document: (1) A cover letter addressing position responsibilities and qualifications, (2) A current curriculum vitae, (3) A statement of teaching philosophy, (4) Links to two videos of candidate choreography, (5) Names and contact information of three professional references. Materials should be sent to dancesearch@nullrandolphcollege.edu (electronic submissions only). | 11/14/2025 |
| Production Manager, Toledo Ballet | Toledo Alliance for the Performing Arts | Toledo, OH | The Production Manager for Toledo Ballet works closely with the Artistic Director and Head of Curriculum at Toledo Ballet to facilitate the needs of Toledo Ballet productions. | $55,000.00 | Visit https://www.artstoledo.com/tb-production-manager/ to apply | 11/30/2025 |
| Director of Costumes | Tulsa Ballet | Tulsa, OK | Tulsa Ballet is looking for a highly motivated, organized, creative individual to oversee all aspects of Wardrobe for Tulsa Ballet and Tulsa Ballet Center. Email for Job Description & Company details. | $60K - $63K | Email: Resume, Digital Portfolio, 3 References To: Rebekah Peddy, Director of Production Rebekah.peddy@nulltulsaballet.org | 12/31/2025 |
| Wardrobe Assistant | Ballet Memphis | Memphis, Tennessee | Ballet Memphis seeks an experienced, highly organized, energetic, and creative individual to support the day-to- day operations of the costume shop and wardrobe department. | Please send a cover letter and resume to careers@nullballetmemphis.org. | 12/31/2025 | |
| Chief Advancement Officer | Colorado Ballet | Denver, CO | Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Colorado Ballet in the search for a Chief Advancement Officer to lead all development efforts. The salary range is $160,000 to $180,000 annually. | https://apptrkr.com/5937234 | 1/21/2026 | |
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