Rehearsal Director & Coach

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Rehearsal Director is responsible for supervising rehearsals and staging ballets, as well as facilitating the training and development of Company Artists. This position works closely with fellow Rehearsal Directors, Artistic and Music Staff, General Manager, Company Manager, Production Manager, Stage Managers, Academy Staff, Visiting Artists, and Dancers. The Rehearsal Director serves as an ambassador for the Joffrey, and participates in events, performances, and other related activities. The position requires consistent alignment with the Artistic Director’s vision through active support and meaningful contributions to its realization.

TO APPLY: please submit your resume and a letter of interest through our Career Center.

The Joffrey Ballet offers a unique, robust benefits package to our full-time employees, including premium‑free health insurance, free on‑site therapy to support mental health, dental and vision coverage, free gym membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, retirement matching, generous paid time off, complimentary tickets to all Joffrey performances, discounts on Joffrey merchandise, access to industry ticket offers, free adult classes in our Academy of Dance, half‑price studio rentals, free household access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and much more.

About The Joffrey Ballet

Considered one of the premier dance companies performing today, the Joffrey plays a vital role in the dance community as one of the largest dance companies and dance education providers in Chicago and the greater Midwest region. The Joffrey expresses an inclusive perspective on dance that reflects the diversity of Chicago through its Company Artists, Academy and Community Engagement programs.

The Joffrey Ballet believes in the positive, transformative power of the arts. Our mission is to promote dance through an unwavering commitment to high‑quality performances, education, and innovation. Our commitment to "Joffrey For All" forms pathways for every person to experience the joy of dance.

The Joffrey Ballet is an equal opportunity employer, providing opportunities to candidates and employees without regard to race, religion, creed, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, national origin citizenship, ancestry, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary Range: $65,000.00 – $80,000.00 annually.