Actor

Actor

Workplace

Attributes & Abilities

. Employed by TV, film, theater, and radio production companies

.Work indoors on sets and stages, and outdoors on location

.Auditioning and filming under tight deadlines can be stressful

. The hours can be long and irregular

. May spend long periods of time without work

. A talent for and love of acting

. Able to take criticism

. Creative

. Good with people

. Energetic

Education

. High school

Technology Uses

.2 year college or technical training

. Uses cameras, radios, and TVs to film and broadcast.

Core tasks

.4 year college or university

. Audition for roles

. Read and memorize scripts

. Research roles to understand the characters

. Attend wardrobe fittings and makeup sessions

Earnings

0-1 million