Perhaps an unpopular opinion.... but I'm not convinced of the value of being a DCC. True, there is quite a bit of cultural capital in being a DCC. But what about career wise?
In terms of landing a job as a choreographer or coach, I can imagine there is a tremendous amount of competition from other NFL as well as the NBA dancers. So the advantage, while key, would be minimal.
In terms of launching into a modeling/acting career, it seems that being on a team of 36 would make it difficult for a woman to stand out.
And for those who want to take other avenues (such as graduate school), the time spent as a DCC seems to be a delay in starting their careers.
I've been following several on Instagram to see how their post DCC lives pan out. Megan C did just land that coaching job. Nicole B opened a Bar Method franchise with her sister. But they seem to be the exception.
What am I missing? Can someone enlighten me?