Careers · Choreographers · South Dakota
Choreographers in South Dakota
Choreographers create and teach dance routines by developing movement sequences, choreography, and artistic vision. They rehearse performers to refine timing and technique, then direct presentations and stage productions In South Dakota the median pay is $40,320 a year, 27% below the national median of $55,310.
$40,320median pay in South Dakota, per year
$32,940–$49,710middle half earn
250employed in South Dakota
$55,310U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold a certificate or training program.
Skills that matter most
InstructingActive ListeningSpeakingCoordinationMonitoringLearning StrategiesSocial PerceptivenessReading Comprehension
Knowledge areas
Fine ArtsEducation and TrainingAdministration and ManagementProduction and ProcessingDesignCommunications and Media
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Choreographers.
Licenses and training in South Dakota
Choreographers pay in other states
New York · $173,100California · $75,000Minnesota · $74,810Maryland · $69,140Ohio · $66,910Louisiana · $51,170Nebraska · $49,490Texas · $46,460Indiana · $44,840Alabama · $38,990
Related occupations
DancersActorsProducers and DirectorsMedia Programming DirectorsTalent DirectorsMedia Technical Directors/ManagersAthletes and Sports CompetitorsCoaches and Scouts
Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against choreographers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against choreographers and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 27-2032.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, South Dakota, annual.