2027 IGS Musical Production

Choreographer

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, secular school offering quality teaching from Early Learning to Year 12. Our unique bilingual program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

The 2027 Musical Production is seeking to engage a Choreographer to join our Artistic and Creative Team. This team consists of several professionals, including a Producer, Director, Musical Director, Assistant Musical Director, Repetiteur and Music Instructors, Stage Manager and Logistics Coordinator and Support & Wellbeing Coordinator.

For the role of Choreographer of the 2027 IGS Musical Production, the School is seeking an experienced skilled who is a seasoned dancer with a qualification(s) in Dance. The creative and technical abilities associated to this position includes a well-rounded dancer, skilled in a diverse range of styles and recent experience in choreographing specialised routines for both solo and group contexts.

This position requires a passionate dancer, who is confident in working with children of all ages and the skills for connecting with teenagers by providing a positive role model for aspiring young performers. This role requires an individual who is able to impart knowledge, skills and expertise to all students regardless of ability levels. In piecing together a range of dance routines and stage placement in a Musical Theatre context, the successful applicant must excel in creativity, demonstrate excellence in dance techniques and ensure that choreography is creative and diverse.





Importantly the role of the Choreographer is seeking a team player who desires to be part of building an experience that will grow and positively enrich the lives of the students here at IGS.

We are a child safe organisation and are committed to meeting Child Safe Standards and maintaining a child-safe environment.

OVERALL QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS:

Self-starter, motivated, energetic, honest, integral, loyal, articulate, reliable, organised, efficient, punctual, confident, creative, disciplined, thoughtful and strong in communicating.

- Experience in a similar role
- High level of technical and choreographing skills
- Ability to create concise and high-quality choreography videos for LMS uploads
- Contributes to a positive, encouraging and unified team environment
- Patient, adaptable, nurturing, invested in the student’s development and 100% present in the rehearsal environment
- Highly detailed and consistent in work preparation and rehearsal management
- A role model that inspires our students to reach their goals and aim for excellence

Working Commitments (Term-Time Only)

Rehearsal Time Frame | 7-month engagement (December - June)

- Thursday 12.00pm - 3.00pm and 3:30pm to 6.30pm
- Sundays 9am - 2pm

Schedule (Term-Time Only)

- Term 4 | 1 Wk (Tue 8 - Wed 9 Dec)




- Term 1 | 10 Wks (Wed 26 Jan-Mon 29 Mar)
- Term 2 | 7 Wks (Tues 27 Apr - Fri 11 Jun)

*Please note there are no scheduled rehearsals during school holidays

Application Details:

To apply for this position, please visit our website, https://www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au/

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position.

To apply please

- address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:
- a succinct Cover Letter, 1 - 2 pages, addressing the position requirements
- your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications
- the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

- your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth.
- copies of related qualifications, training and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated.
- proof of identity will be required
- as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.

Closing Date: 4pm Friday, 16 October 2026

- Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.
- applications received after the closing date and time may not be accepted.
- IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.

📌 Choreographer (Sydney)
🏢 International Grammar School
📍 Sydney