The art of dancing is so precise, and the expression of the dances can convey messages and emotions to the spectator. Of course, the dancers, for example, in ballet are celebrated and acknowledged a lot when they perform a unique masterpiece. They put a lot of hard work and effort into it with hours of training and practice and sometimes reach their limits, both physically and mentally.
However, not only the dancers put a lot of effort into the performance they have, but also the unsung hero, and the choreographers are also ambitious to give their best. Many people forget about the role of the choreographers in a dance performance because they only see the dancers who are on stage. Without this important role, the whole performance would not work, and the whole effect on the audience would change.

But what even is a professional choreographer doing?
If you choose to make professional choreographing your profession, then you should know what to expect and what your skillset should look like. The workplace of a choreographer is diverse since it can be on a film set, on television, at live events, in the theater, or in musical production. One of the most important things about working as a choreographer is that you are able to work with many different types of people, such as dancers, producers, directors, and many more. Nevertheless, on some projects, you may be able to work on them on your own and decide how you want their realization to look.
Moreover, the main aspect of choreographing is that he or she is able to create captivating and communicative dance scenes that engage the spectator. One must have the ability to capture different emotions and reflect them. Leadership skills, patience, creativity, and musical sensitivity.

In addition to that, in order to teach more professionally, it would help to have a bachelor’s degree in dance instead of a master’s degree. Through internships and practical training, aspiring choreographers should use every opportunity to gather experiences. With this experience, they will be able to work on their own projects and realize their visions in the future.

Other than that, one differentiates between freelance choreographers and “in-house” choreographers. Freelance choreographers have to be very flexible because there may be times where they get no contract and the offers are less, or there may be times where you almost drown in work and the projects will not seem to end.

Choreographers often have a stressful work environment because they have deadlines and due dates to take into account. Also, the job can be frustrating sometimes because you have to practice the same movements with the dancers and performers over and over again. Choreographers that are freelancing have to travel sometimes longer distances for their work projects and have exhausting working times.

Contrary to that, choreographers meet so many people not only from the dance business but also from other show businesses like the movie or television industry. This can help with building connections, getting new job offers, and gathering experiences.

Sources:
https://online.berklee.edu/careers-in-music/roles/choreographer
https://work.chron.com/advantages-disadvantages-being-choreographer-2567.html#:~:text=Physical%20Demands&text=StateUniversity.com%20states%20that%20the,the%20roles%20in%20the%20story.