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A Jazz Dancer performs in musical theatre productions or other projects where experience in jazz performance is required. You’ll usually perform as part of a larger dance group but you may get to do solo dances or perform with a dance partner. Jazz Dancers need to memorise choreography and perform set routines. You’ll spend a lot of time rehearsing and will have to attend a lot of auditions to secure roles.
Jazz Dancers need to be fit and spend a lot of time preparing for their roles. Your work hours will be irregular and you may have gaps between performance roles. You’ll need to be dedicated to your work and practice your routines during your own time. Professional Jazz Dancers need to be very experienced and highly talented.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Jazz Dancer.
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The CUA40120 Certificate IV In Dance is for experienced dancers who want hone their performance skills or become dance teachers and choreographers. Over 12-18 months of study you’ll be building your physical condition and confidence as an artist, while working alongside a dance teacher in your preferred genre (jazz, street dance, ballet, tap, cultural dance and other contemporary styles). Enquire now for the list entry requirements and enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
Become a dance professional with the CUA30120 Certificate III in Dance. This nationally recognised qualification covers a range of dance styles (ballet, jazz, rhythm, contemporary) and will develop your audition, improvisation, partnering and performance techniques. The course also helps you condition your body for dance performance, plus improve your overall level of fitness. Enquire now for the list of study units and your eligibility for enrolment..
Take your love of live theatre, acting, and dance to a professional level with the CUA50220 Diploma of Musical Theatre. This nationally recognised qualification improves your technique in jazz and contemporary dance, singing and vocals, acting, hair and makeup. The course also covers performance fitness, strength, and nutrition. Enquire now for the full list of study units and enrolment availability..
In Australia, a full time Jazz Dancer generally earns $960 per week ($49,920 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
The number of people working as a Jazz Dancer has remained stable in Australia in recent years. There are a small amount of people employed in this industry though and there are currently 1,000 people in this job role. Jazz Dancers generally find work in larger cities where productions are based.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If you’re planning to become a professional Jazz Dancer you could enrol in an Advanced Diploma of Art (Musical Theatre and Commercial Dance). A Diploma of Musical Theatre would also be suitable if you’re hoping to extend your skills in live theatre productions. You could also consider a Certificate III or IV in Dance to improve your general performance skills.
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Here are some potential career pathways within dancing. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Dancing
Dance Teacher Assistant
$850 weekly pay
Performer
Ballet Dancer
$960 weekly pay
Choreographer
$1,050 weekly pay
Contemporary Dancer
Dance Teacher
Jazz Dancer
Professional Dancer
Tap Dancer
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