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Is being a dancer a good fit for you?

Performs dances on stage, on TV or on video. Trains and rehearses to move with skill and style.

What the work involves

  • Studies and practises the dance moves needed for roles.
  • Moves in time with the rhythm of the music.
  • Trains, exercises and goes to dance classes to keep skills and fitness high.
  • Coordinates dancing with partners or the rest of the dance group.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be creative and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeStrong. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingSome. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingLow. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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