The Opportunity - Program Based Contract

Ballet Vancouver seeks an experienced and dedicated Rehearsal Director to support the artistic preparation of our professional dancers for September performances at Vancouver Playhouse. Working closely with the Artistic Director and guest choreographers, the Rehearsal Director plays a vital role in maintaining artistic standards and ensuring the company is performance-ready. The company’s current repertoire includes works by Beamish, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa, Wen Wei Wang, and Christopher Wheeldon.

Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing daily rehearsals in alignment with the artistic vision of the Artistic Director

• Coaching and guiding professional dancers in the execution of choreographic work

• Maintaining artistic and technical standards across all rehearsals and run-throughs

• Collaborating with guest choreographers and artistic staff throughout the production process

• Providing clear, constructive rehearsal notes and corrections to dancers

• Supporting the seamless transition from rehearsal room to stage

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a professional ballet dancer, ideally with a recognized company

• Previous experience in a rehearsal direction, coaching, or teaching capacity at a professional level

• Strong knowledge of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary ballet repertoire

• Exceptional communication and leadership skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced creative environment

• A genuine commitment to the growth and development of a new professional company

Contract Details

• Contract Type: Independent Contractor
  

• Hours: 30 hours per week, with some evening and weekend work required
  

• Location: The Dance Centre, 677 Davie Street, Vancouver & Vancouver Playhouse, 600 Hamilton Street, Vancouver

• Compensation: $45-50 per hour. Commensurate with experience

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter and CV to info@balletvancouver.com by May 1, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ballet Vancouver is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from artists of all backgrounds and lived experiences.