Jobs, Auditions, & Internships
One of the ways Dance/USA connects the ecosystem is through its active listings of jobs, internships, fellowships, and auditions. Please share your opportunities with us by visiting the Services page of our website. There you’ll be prompted to submit pertinent information about your opportunity for review and approval. You can anticipate a 3-5 day turn around on your submission.
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| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Application Deadline |
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| Title | Organization | Location | Description | Salary/Pay Range | Apply | Application Deadline |
| Executive Director | AXIS Dance Company | Berkeley, CA | Serving as the operational and strategic anchor for AXIS, working in close partnership with the Artistic Director to ensure our artistic vision has a sound and sustainable organizational home. | $95K - $105K | Please read more and apply: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJSYil3L_ouL9jU1DMircmBv4n-ttbwu4vJRNtfQbQAiyFqg/viewform | 5/15/2026 |
| Director of Marketing and Communications | Charlotte Ballet | Charlotte, North Carolina | Charlotte Ballet Director of Marketing and Communications will drive tickets sales with a focus on audience and revenue growth. | $75,000-$90,000 | https://charlotteballet.org/careers/ | 5/15/2026 |
| Executive Director | Texas Ballet Theater working with Management Consultants for the Arts | Dallas, Fort Worth TX | Texas Ballet Theater (TBT), the nationally recognized ballet company that serves Dallas, Fort Worth, and all of North Texas, seeks a dynamic strategist to serve as its next Executive Director. | $215,000 | Texas Ballet Theater has engaged Management Consultants for the Arts to lead the search, and interested candidates may apply for this position by visiting this link: https://www.mcaonline.com/searches/executive-director-tbt | 5/15/2026 |
| Director, Educational Programming | Royal Winnipeg Ballet School | Winnipeg, MB | Director, Educational Programming, Royal Winnipeg Ballet School Report to the Artistic Director and Executive Director and join this leading institution: https://apptrkr.com/7086216 | Competitive salary and benefits | https://caldwell.thriveapp.ly/job/1297/apply | 5/21/2026 |
| Artistic Director | Indianapolis Ballet working with Management Consultants for the Arts | Indianapolis, IN | Indianapolis Ballet (IB) seeks its next Artistic Director, who will carry the organization’s mission forward, embracing the history and future of classical ballet through dynamic performances, visionary new works, extraordinary training, and by providing transformative community outreach programs to the widest possible audiences. Entering its eighth season as a professional company, IB is the largest professional dance company in the state of Indiana. | $100,000 | Indianapolis Ballet has engaged Management Consultants for the Arts to lead the search, and interested candidates may apply for this position by visiting this link: https://www.mcaonline.com/searches/artistic-director-indianapolis-ballet | 5/22/2026 |
| Principal, Professional Training Division | Cincinnati Ballet | Cincinnati, Ohio | Cincinnati Ballet seeks a dynamic dance educator to train and mentor elite pre-professional dancers through exceptional ballet and contemporary instruction and career-focused mentorship. Join us! | starting at $60,000 | Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and a link to examples of choreographic work. https://cballet.org/employment/ | 5/23/2026 |
| Resident Faculty | Cincinnati Ballet | Cincinnati, Ohio | Cincinnati Ballet seeks an experienced ballet educator to inspire and mentor students through exceptional instruction, artistic excellence, and student-centered training. | Starting at $50,000 | Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, three references, and a link to examples of choreographic work. https://cballet.org/employment/ | 5/23/2026 |
| Managing Director | NW Dance Project | Portland, Oregon | NW Dance Project seeks a dynamic and relationship-driven Managing Director to serve as the organization’s senior operational and development leader. | $80,000-90,000 | Full position description and application instructions at: https://nwdanceproject.org/company/employment/managing-director | 5/29/2026 |
| Executive Director | Louisville Ballet | Louisville, KY | The Executive Director will work in a co-leadership relationship with the Artistic Director, with each position reporting to the Board. | $145K-$165K based on experience | https://louisvilleballet.org/careers/executive-director/ | 5/29/2026 |
| School of Ballet 5:8 Appleton Director | Ballet 5:8 | Appleton, WI | Lead Ballet 5:8’s Appleton campus as a full-time director, overseeing operations, instruction, student communication, and growth. Starts August 2026. | $40,000 | Please email resume and cover letter to mrubio@nullballet58.org | 5/31/2026 |
| Marketing & Digital Engagement Associate | Mark Morris Dance Group | Brooklyn, NY | MMDG seeks a Marketing & Digital Engagement Associate to support the execution of integrated marketing and content strategies that strengthen the visibility and reputation of the organization. | $46,000-$52,000 | To join our team, please submit your resume along with a cover letter addressed to Raphaele de Boisblanc, Interim Director of Marketing and Communications at https://grnh.se/c2106bfb7us. Cover letters must highlight relevant experience; resume submittals without a cover letter will not be considered. | 5/31/2026 |
| Assistant Stage Manager | Ballet Arizona | Phoenix, AZ | Ballet Arizona seeks a full-time Assistant Stage Manager to support productions, rehearsals, and community programs within a collaborative, mission-driven nonprofit dance company. | $20.00 – $22.00 per hour, commensurate with experience. | Submit a resume, and contact information by email HR@nullballetaz.org. Please, no phone inquiries. Applications reviewed on a rolling basis | 5/31/2026 |
| Assistant Director of Creative Research and Operations | Maggie Allesee National Center for Choreography (MANCC) | Tallahassee, FL | MANCC seeks an Asst. Director to support artist research, grants, & provide student mentorship in this specialized faculty role at FSU. Requires a Master’s or 7+ years experience in Arts Admin/Dance. | TBD | Apply via the Florida State University employment page. Search for Job ID62562 https://hr.fsu.edu/working-fsu/prospective-employees/careers-florida-state | 6/1/2026 |
| Ballet Instructor | The Dancer's EDGE | Cedar Rapids, Iowa | Full-time position instructing intermediate and advanced level ballet and pointe students ages 7-18 years old, including a bi-annual Nutcracker Production. | $60,000+ | Please send resumé and references to Stephanie@nulldancersedgeonline.com | 6/1/2026 |
| Director of Education & Dance eXchange | BalletX | Philadelphia, PA | Click link below to view full job description! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1YwIckMMVExJGW1r9Kp_H1iOcUTLiM9mg/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=111121636437186514441&rtpof=true&sd=true | $60,000-75,000 | To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and three references to BalletX at jobs@nullballetx.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. | 6/1/2026 |
| NDI Part-Time Assistant Dance Teaching Artists, 2026-2027 School Year! | National Dance Institute | New York, NY | National Dance Institute (NDI) is looking for dance educators and experienced performing artists who are ready to grow into the art of teaching. | $150-300 per day | May 27, 6-6:45 pm: Attend our optional virtual info session Audition Date: 6/25/2026 5:30 pm | 6/1/2026 |
| Development & Events Director | Chamber Dance Project | Washington, DC | Washington’s premier contemporary ballet company seeks a proactive, creative, personable and highly organized Development & Events Director to lead our fundraising and events initiatives. | $45 per hour | The Organization As Washington D.C.’s premiere contemporary ballet company, Chamber Dance Project brings together soloist-level professional ballet dancers during their lay-off periods from major professional companies with our string quartet and other D.C.-based guest musicians. Chamber Dance focuses on new and contemporary works and collaboration between dancers, musicians, designers, and guest artists across a wide spectrum of the arts. Their dancers come from nationally recognized companies such as Atlanta Ballet, Boston Ballet, BalletMet, Charlotte Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet, San Francisco Ballet and The Washington Ballet. Their string quartet of distinguished DC-based musicians also performs with The National Symphony Orchestra, Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, Wolf Trap Orchestra, Washington Concert Opera, and chamber ensembles. Chamber Dance’s interactive programming includes pre-performance artist chats, open rehearsals, onstage workshops, evenings with the artists, film screenings, and educational programming. The Opportunity Essential Responsibilities Washington’s premier contemporary ballet company seeks a proactive, creative, personable and highly organized Development & Events Director to lead our fundraising and events initiatives. This 20-hour-per-week role requires outstanding interpersonal relations and a proven track record of fundraising with individual, corporate, government and foundation donors as well as extensive non-profit grant writing and reporting. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional looking for a high-impact role in the arts. Reporting to the Artistic Director, the Development & Events Director will: • Fundraising Leadership: Develop, update and execute a comprehensive annual Development Plan, including individual, corporate, government, and foundation donor solicitation. • Donor Communications Strategy: Overseeing the creation of "case for support" materials and ensuring a consistent voice across all development-related collateral. • Membership Campaigns: Create and lead membership and other campaigns and the annual April gala and smaller programmatic events between September and June. • Grant Management: Manage the full grant lifecycle, including research, grant writing, and reporting. • Event Management: Plan and lead the annual April Gala, as well as smaller programmatic events from September–June. • Prospecting & Stewardship: Work closely with the Artistic Team and Board to cultivate new Board members, lead our robust membership program, maintain a strong donor prospect list; cultivate new relationships, and enhance stewardship of existing donors to increase retention and giving level. Management of our CRM and oversight on staff working in it. • Financial Management: Responsibility for creating and managing the annual development budget and projecting future revenue and analyzing fundraising trends to inform the Producing Artistic Director. • Gift Processing Policies: Overseeing protocols for gift acceptance, processing, and acknowledgment, and ensuring the accuracy of donor records and the segmentation of lists for targeted appeals. • Performance Metrics: Defining specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), such as donor retention rates and cost-per-dollar-raised, to measure success. • Board & Staff Collaboration: Work closely with the Artistic Team, Marketing Director, Board Members and staff to educate on effective fundraising, and building a “culture of philanthropy” across the organization. • Ethical Compliance: Ensuring all fundraising activities adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, as well as the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Code of Ethical Standards. The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who combines fundraising knowledge with exceptional relationship-building and leadership skills. They will be confident working with senior stakeholders, comfortable managing complexity, and passionate about driving results. • Four-year college degree preferably in a related area • Outstanding, compelling and personable personality in developing relationships with donors, board, community partners staff. Excellent speaking skills • Three or more years of proven success in nonprofit fundraising, including at least one year in a leadership role • Exceptional grant writing, reporting and stewardship abilities • Substantial experience planning major events • Passion for the performing arts (experience in dance or music preferred) • Self-starter able to work autonomously in a hybrid environment Locations and Expectations • The start date will be as early as June 1 • A Washington DC-based hybrid position: Typically in-office Tuesday through Thursday • Attendance at event openings, industry events, and business engagements is expected Compensation • This is a part-time position budgeted for an average of 20 hours each week for 48 weeks per year • Compensation at $45 per hour Chamber Dance is committed to creating a workplace where people feel respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. They welcome talent from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic. Candidates requiring any adjustments or support during the recruitment process are invited to say so. Chamber Dance has partnered with Sweibel Arts to identify the exceptional individual who will fill this role. Visit SweibelArts.com /open-positions/ for more information. Candidates are invited to submit an expression of interest—typically a cover letter and resume—electronically and in confidence, to jobs@nullsweibelarts.com. A review of prospective candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Candidates of interest will be contacted. We regret that we’re unable to follow up with every candidate. No phone calls, please. To learn more about Chamber Dance Project, please visit chamberdance.org. | 6/5/2026 |
| Dance Production Manager | Vivo Performing Arts | Boston, MA | This Part Time position oversees production and technical management of all subscription series dance and theatrical events by national and international-level touring companies. | $40-45/hr, $15-20K/year | Apply here: https://workforcenow.cloud.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=84e39973-54a9-4fc2-8b97-9f5de3ee710f&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=30542&source=CC2&lang=en_US | 6/8/2026 |
| National Director USA | Royal Academy of Dance | Home Based within the USA | 3 Year Contract - Lead the development, growth & delivery of RAD operations across the US. Play a pivotal role in developing the US's strategy for growth. Build relationships across US Dance Sector. | $80,000 per year plus benefits | https://radar.ciphr-irecruit.com/Applicants/vacancy/269/National-Director-USA | 6/12/2026 |
| Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor | The Washington Ballet | Washington, DC | The Assistant Wardrobe Supervisor supports the Wardrobe Supervisor, company dancers, and studio company dancers by providing comprehensive wardrobe and costume assistance. | $58,000 - $63,000 for a 40-week season, plus 2 weeks of paid vacation | Please submit your resume, cover letter, and three references. We encourage all interested applicants to apply even if they do not feel they meet 100% of the qualifications. We are dedicated to considering a wide array of candidates including those with non-traditional background and experience. Please use your cover letter to elaborate on what you hope to bring to this role and how your prior experience has prepared you for this opportunity. | 6/12/2026 |
| Technical Director | Ballet Austin | Austin, TX | This role role primarily oversees all Ballet Austin TWO, Butler Fellowship, and Ballet Austin Academy productions, while also supporting the production department with Main Company productions. | $50,000-60,000 | Please send Resume, Cover Letter and References to erin.fleming@nullballetaustin.org. Start date will be 8/1/2026. | 6/15/2026 |
| Director of Finance | Charlotte Ballet | Charlotte, North Carolina | Direct Finance Operations, including payroll oversight, month end closing and yearly audits. Works cross functionally to support business leaders in all areas of finance. Manage an Accounting Mngr. | $100,000-$120,000 | Please send resumes directly to bsexton@nullcharlotteballet.org | 6/15/2026 |
| Development Operations Manager | Charlotte Ballet | Charlotte, North Carolina | Candidate will support the Development team in an operations role focusing on donor relations and philanthropy efforts. Systems knowledge and 2-3 years supporting a team. Bachelor's Degree. | $53,000-$58,000 | Please email resumes directly to Brooke Sexton at bsexton@nullcharlotteballet.org | 6/15/2026 |
| 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. | $70K - $75K Annually | To apply please visit https://nycballet.bamboohr.com/careers/170 | 6/15/2026 |
| Hiland Assistant Artistic Director | NDI New Mexico | Albuquerque, New Mexico | This role partners with Albuquerque Artistic Director in all aspects of After-School program success, from teaching, choreographing, & directing to leadership & program development & administration. | $60,000-65,000/year | https://ndi-nm.org/about-ndi-new-mexico/careers/ | 6/30/2026 |
| Dance Teaching Artist-Statewide Outreach Programs | NDI New Mexico | Albuquerque, New Mexico | This artist will teach, choreograph, and direct outreach programming in public elementary schools and at statewide residency sites, supporting the artistic quality and administrative success of both. | $40,000-50,000/yr | https://ndi-nm.org/about-ndi-new-mexico/careers/ | 6/30/2026 |
| Dance Teaching Artist/Associate for After-School and Outreach Programs | NDI New Mexico | Santa Fe, and Espanola, NM | This role is responsible for teaching curriculum and choreography utilizing NDINM’s pedagogy for its In-school, After-school and Advanced Teams programs, ensuring artistic and administrative success. | $45,000-55,000/yr | https://ndi-nm.org/about-ndi-new-mexico/careers/ | 6/30/2026 |
| Director of Marketing & Communications | BalletX | Philadelphia, PA | Click the link below to view full description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/148VbfgiZzqiKCTmQRJxJ6zDDiOmc8UGquPYM41jYZ6g/edit?usp=sharing | $65,000-75,000 | To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and at least two writing and/or digital content samples to BalletX at jobs@nullballetx.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. | 6/30/2026 |
| Development & Events Coordinator | BalletX | Philadelphia, PA | Click the link below to view full job description: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1S38sWsi8LG_hDcdOGlQR1CRRDXzjSBDlAkaj-T9STZs/edit?tab=t.0 | $40,000-50,000 | To apply, please send your cover letter, resume, and at least two writing and/or digital content samples to BalletX at jobs@nullballetx.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. | 6/30/2026 |
| Technical Director | Oklahoma City Ballet | Oklahoma City, OK | The TECHNICAL DIRECTOR functions as the supervisor for implementation and maintenance of all technical elements for all Oklahoma City Ballet productions and activities. | $45,000-$55,000 | To apply, send your resume, cover letter, and three references to Jobs@nullOKCBallet.org. The position will remain open until filled. | 7/1/2026 |
| Rehearsal Director | Boston Ballet | Boston, MA | This position is a Full-Time Seasonal (40 weeks per year) Exempt role beginning on August 3, 2026, that will work closely with the Artistic Director, Artistic Department, and dancers to fulfill Boston | $85,000 to $105,000 per year | To view more details and apply here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/3926858/Boston-Ballet/Rehearsal-Director | 7/1/2026 |
| Program Assistant | Mark Morris Dance Group | Brooklyn, NY | MMDG seeks a part-time Program Assistant to provide essential customer service and program support to the Dance Center’s 5,000+ weekly visitors. | $20/hour | To join our team, please include a cover letter addressed to Tiffany McCue, Dance Center Operations Manager, with your resume submission at https://grnh.se/c2106bfb7us. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please respond to the following question: Why are you interested in working at the Mark Morris Dance Group? | 7/1/2026 |
| Senior Ballet Program Director and Coach | Vitacca Ballet and School for Dance | Houston, TX | Senior Ballet Program Director & Coach. Salaried. Requires 3+ years of senior staff experience, Vaganova expertise, and strong organizational skills. Must be a positive team player. | $60,000 (base) | Send Resume or CV to Kelly Ann Vitacca @ Info@nullvitacca.org | 7/1/2026 |
| Primary and Pre-Primary Dance Instructor | Houston Dance Works | Houston, TX | HDW is seeking an experienced Preschool Dance Instructor to lead classes for children ages 2.5–6 in Ballet/Tap Combo, Pre-Ballet, Creative Movement, and Kinder Jazz/Tap/Ballet. | 35+ | Please email your resume and a brief statement sharing what “Confidence Through Dance” means to you to info@nullhoustondanceworks.com . Include any experience with jazz or tumbling if applicable. | 7/31/2026 |
| Rehearsal Director | Ballet Memphis | Memphis, Tennessee | The Rehearsal Director works with the Artistic Director and fellow Rehearsal Director to ensure consistency and accuracy in all company productions. Full job description on balletmemphis.org/careers | $60-65,000 | Send cover letter and resume to Careers@nullBalletMemphis.org. | 7/31/2026 |
| Executive Director | Atlanta Ballet | Atlanta, Georgia | Atlanta Ballet seeks an experienced Executive Director who is a strategic, relationship‑centered leader who brings financial rigor, operational discipline, and a deep respect for artistic excellence. | Commensurate with experience | Learn more about this opportunity here: https://boardwalkconsulting.com/jobs/atlanta-ballet-executive-director/ For potential consideration or to recommend a prospect, please email AtlantaBalletED@nullBoardWalkConsulting.com or call Sam Pettway, Demeika Wheaton, or Patti Kish, at 404-262-7392. | 7/31/2026 |
| Residence Manager | The Rock School for Dance Education | Philadelphia, PA | The Rock School for Dance Education Residence Manager cares for and supervises residential students, ensuring their safety and developmental well-being while overseeing residential operations. | Competitive salary and benefits | Please visit https://www.therockschool.org/employment | 7/31/2026 |
| Assistant Professor of Teaching, Dance | University of Memphis, Department of Theatre of Dance | Memphis, TN | The Assistant Professor of Teaching, Dance position is a full-time non-tenure track position. The August to May academic year commences on August 17, 2026. | $55,000 - $60,000 | Apply here: https://ibqajb.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/329?lastSelectedFacet=CATEGORIES&selectedCategoriesFacet=300000014687820 | 8/1/2026 |
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| Carolyn Dorfman Dance Audition for 2026-27 Season | Carolyn Dorfman Dance | Union, NJ | Carolyn Dorfman Dance invites you to audition. Applicants should submit a video, resume/bio, and headshot. Selected dancers will be invited for an person audition and callback on May 27/29, 2026. | $450/Week | Carolyn Dorfman Dance seeks dancers with strong contemporary modern dance and ballet technique, bold athleticism, a broad theatrical range, strong partnering skills, and a keen desire for artistic growth. Dorfman creates work that shares the uniqueness and commonalities of the human story, thus maintaining a vibrant and diverse company of dancers is essential to our art and philosophy. All are welcome and Black, Indigenous and Artists of Color are encouraged to apply. 3-years professional experience, preferred. The Company’s 2026-2027 Touring Season includes creation of new work, repertory reconstruction, performances in NJ/NYC and regional/national touring, with education residencies and community engagement. Company positions beginning September 15, 2026 Non-union, Minimum 28-week contract 20-hour weekly rehearsal schedule in NYC Legal work status required Base salary begins at a minimum of $450/wk; additional pay for teaching and performance. Select benefits also provided To Register: Upload all information: • Complete this online form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc94HEsprQr-LubZR20urakM8vWmNgoimXdAcFUptjQV5_rCQ/viewform) • Upload a current resume, headshot, contact information, dance photo (optional), dance reel, and references (minimum 2). Please make sure all files are labeled with your name. Deadline: May 15, 2026 Applicants will receive confirmation of their registration upon submission. Selected dancers will be invited to attend the Audition and Callback May 27/29, 2026 and will be contacted no later than May 19, 2026. We look forward to learning more about you and your artistry from your submission. Carolyn Dorfman Dance is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a creative environment that features a deep respect for artists, the work process, and produces dance that reflects a profound humanity. | 5/15/2026 | May 27/29, 2026 |
| Dancer for 2026 Fall Season | Zikr Dance Ensemble | 12351 Grant St., Thornton, CO 80241 | Denver's Zikr Dance Ensemble is looking for male & female dancers for their 2026 Fall Season | based on ability and experience | Attend live audition on Sunday, June 7, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, ($15 audition fee), or apply online: Send head shot, full body shot CV with references and reels of ballet class and both classical; & contemporary performance work, to: davidtaylor.zikr@nullhotmail.com | 6/7/2026 | 6/7/2026 12:00 am |
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| Loghaven Artist Residency 2026 Open Call for Applications | Loghaven Artist Residency | Knoxville, TN | Loghaven invites emerging and established artists to apply for residencies occurring in 2027. All residents receive living stipend, and travel and freight reimbursement. | $850/week | Please go to https://loghaven.org/apply/ to learn more and apply. | 7/15/2026 |
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