Thinking of a career in dance?

Here’s a quick overview of what to expect!

Career Overview

  - You can make $10,000 to over $100,000 depending on your experience, training,  or job/contract. The scale is big. - You can receive amazing opportunities to travel all over the world. - You will often create your own schedule. Self-motivation is a must. - Self-employed artists pay their own taxes. Save %10 -%15 from each paycheque for tax season. - Self-employed artists do not receive health benefits, but if your annual salary is under a certain amount (dependent on province of residence) you will receive certain health coverage. - Learn to balance your finances between training and working. Background/Extra work and teaching are great ways to balance your schedule and income.   

Career Paths

Dancers getting new headshots, take note.  Follow these guidelines Actor and Coach Nadine Wright shared with us!

1. Go for two looks: ‘Girl Next Door’, and your ‘Sexy/Sassy Look’. You want to show your versatility with what characters you can be cast as. 

2. Wear neutral colours. Black and white is ok, but greys and browns are better.

3. Long or short sleeved shirts

Check out the first issue of the Industry Gazette!

The reason why the INDUSTRY Gazette is successful is because it supports the Canadian dance industry in a NEW way. It acts as a healthy learning component for the growing dancer, as well as the new parent and working professional. You can reach your entire target demographic

Before you head to set, go to an audition, or book a photo shoot, use this check list to make sure you’re prepared! 

Audition Bag:

- Head Shots

Multiple copies, and looks. 

- Resumes

Spring for high quality paper.

- Dance Shoes

All that could possibly apply. 

- Extra Shorts

Something you can throw on under anything.

- Extra Make-up & Hair Supplies

Announcing our Cover Story Winner for 2012, Katie Baines! We had many talented dancers send in their stories, but Katie caught our attention with her determination and spirit. We were very impressed to learn how grounded and level-headed she is at such a young age. Her graciousness and generosity in knowledge is infectious, and she wants to share it all with you!

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IDM: How was dance introduced into your life? KB: I started dancing when I was 5 years old. It wasn’t because I showed any great aptitude for dance, but my mom is a teacher and she was concerned about my apparent lack of social skills. I was

Have you set your goals for 2012 yet? Here’s a few must-haves for the new year that will surely help you accomplish every last one! 

1. A day timer and a gratitude journal. 

Avoid double-booking or running yourself into the ground by keeping a day timer! Never commit to any event without consulting it. At the end of the day, keep the peace in your life by keeping a gratitude journal, writing one thing a day that you are grateful for. 

2. “The Artist’s Way’ by Julia Cameron. 

This book is a course in discovering and recovering your creative self. Read this artist’s book of knowledge, and pair it with ‘The Artist’s Way Workbook, with over 110 tasks to help guide you to your best self. 

3. A weekly budget.

Allow yourself a set amount to spend on miscellaneous and necessities, and stick to it! What isn’t spent at the end of the week can turn in to a small gift for you, or better yet, an addition to your savings account!

Many artists have a fear of success, some immensely, and most without realizing it. We have a fear of being our greatest selves. A fear of being at the top, alone. There are many faces of this fear that find their way into our every day rituals. This year I challenge you all to conquer this fear, and defy the restrictions

Industry Dance Magazine is proud to present for the first time a mobile version of its popular website! IDM is the dance industry’s leading Canadian authority and resource for the committed dancer looking to advance their career. IDM has been one of the most trusted place for dancers to find

We have some very exciting new things coming to you from IDM!

Check them out!

Announcing the first annual IDM Dancer Calendar! 

  Industry Dance Magazine has created your ultimate dance calendar! Starring your favorite Canadian dancers and choreographers, this calendar keeps you up to date with every audition, workshop, convention, and competition coming your way in 2012!  Each month features a local professional artist, captured immersed in their craft by the talented motion photographer Miles Clark. Each month is sponsored by your favorite conventions, competitions, and local businesses, maybe even your own studio! Important dates will be highlighted for you to remember.  Proceeds from the calendar sales will be donated to CADA BC (Canadian Alliance of Dance Artists) and the DTRC (Dancer Transition Resource Centre). Both CADA BC and the DTRC provide support and services for all the stages of one’s dance career, and raise the professional standards within our industry. They are both extremely important to the Canadian dance community, and need our continuous support.  Limited edition only! Order  yours today! Calendars are now

Meet Lisa and Val Ho, two talented sisters that have ventured from hometown Vancouver to the big city of NYC! Working in two very different areas of dance, they tell us what it’s like to compete as a Canadian in the big apple.

Wondering where you may fit in on Broadway? IDM’s team got the inside scoop on what the choreographers and directors of our favorite Musicals are really looking for. 

“Wicked” – Very creative choreography; shape-based and off balance. Most dancers are 5’6″ or shorter, with a strong contemporary and ballet background. 

“West Side Story” – JETS: Very pretty girls with an innocent look. Blondes were favored. Average height of the