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Dancer

Dancer

  • Express creativity and passion through captivating performances.
  • Inspire audiences and bring stories to life with every movement.
  • Travel the world and explore diverse cultures through dance.
💰 Earn $39K-$76K
📚 None

Overview

Perform dances. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording.

Scoop

Minimum Education

None

Career Prospects

Excellent (Increasing by 5% or more)

Training Time

1 to 2 years

Job Openings

2,500 in Total

Earnings

$63,627 Med. in CA

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Day-to-Day

  • Study and practice dance moves required in roles.
  • Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
  • Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
  • Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
  • Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.

Best For You If...

YOU Like 💕

  • Working with my hands
  • Being creative or artistic

You are skilled in 💫

  • Active Listening
  • Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Writing
  • Time Management

You value 🙏

  • Job security
  • Accomplishing things
  • Working Conditions
  • Achievement
  • Relationships
  • Personal relationships

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