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Dancers

On the Job

Dancers perform on stage, on television, or in movies. They train, exercise, and attend dance classes. They work with choreographers to learn dance steps.

Physical Demands

This career requires physical strength and time standing, walking, or running.

Typical Work Tasks

People who work in this career often:

Practice athletic or artistic skills.
Audition for roles.
Entertain public with comedic or dramatic performances.
Perform dances.
Choreograph dances.
Repair textiles or apparel.
Sew clothing or other articles.
Train others on performance techniques.
Monitor current trends.

Typical Working Conditions

Close physical proximity with other people.
Frequent contact with others.
Bending or twisting your body.
Working with a group or team.
High levels of competition.
The importance of being accurate or exact.
Making decisions that impact co-workers or company results.

This page includes information from the O*NET 24.2 Database by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license. O*NET® is a trademark of USDOL/ETA.

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Dancers

On the Job

Physical Demands

Typical Work Tasks

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