Employment & Auditions

Dancers –

Dancers –

  • Dates and information for in-person auditions will be posted here when available.

  • We are always open to virtual auditions from all qualified candidates. If you are a dancer with a strong background in classical and contemporary ballet, we welcome you to submit your headshot, resume, and a dance reel to info@balletcounterpointe.org.  

  • Our trainee program invites pre-professional dancers into studio and performance spaces. Training, rehearsing, and sometimes performing, alongside the company members allows aspiring dancers an authentic backstage view of what it takes to be a professional dancer. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and prospective dancers should submit a headshot, resume, dance reel, and recommendation letter to info@balletcounterpointe.org.

Choreographers –

Choreographers –

  • Ballet Counterpointe is committed to supporting emerging choreographers through mentorship and grant opportunities, specifically its Orion Choreographic Fellowship. This program offers choreographic mentoring, production funds, and performance opportunities for San Diego choreographers. The fellowship is awarded several times a year with applications being accepted continually. If you are interested, or would like to recommend a candidate, please email info@balletcounterpointe.org.

Staff –

Staff –

Current openings are listed below. If you are interested in a staff position that is not currently available, please email info@balletcounterpointe.org with your resume and cover letter – we will reach out as positions become available.

Administrative Internships are available bi-annually. This training program offers prospective arts leaders on-the-job training and real-world experience with managing, shaping, and implementing nonprofit arts strategy and management practices. Applications are encouraged throughout the year and submission of a resume and cover letter should be emailed to info@balletcounterpointe.org.

Research shows that individuals from marginalized groups tend to apply for jobs only if they meet 100% of the criteria, while majority group members will apply once they meet 60% of listed requirements. If you are interested in a position with Ballet Counterpointe but don’t quite check every box, we encourage you to apply regardless. We place a high value on passion and would like the opportunity to consider your application.

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