This occupation group covers actors, dancers and other entertainers not elsewhere classified. Occupations in this group include: circus trainer, disc jockey (nightclub), film or television extra, motivational speaker, and public speaker.

• Learns lines, speeches and cues; prepares for performances through rehearsals under the instruction and guidance of production directors; acts parts and portrays roles as developed in rehearsals; performs acts, and plays music for audienceﾒs entertainment; gives speeches to audiences at conferences and other events; creates and performs individual performance routines; rehearses, auditions and travels between venues.

• Works indoors in theatres, studios, large halls and clubs or outdoors on the street, at circuses or open-air theatres.
• Will not usually work in adverse weather if outdoors. However, employees may work in artificially created environments when working for television or films.
• Employees usually work in adequately heated and ventilated work spaces when indoors.

• Generally light physical demand levels, however demand levels will vary with the nature of the role.
• Performers may stand, sit or walk when carrying out shows or performances.
• Stretching up and reaching across may occur. The frequency will depend upon the act being preformed.
• Bending and all other movements including squatting, crouching and kneeling across may occur; the frequency will depend upon the act being preformed.
• Twisting of the body or neck may occur; the frequency will depend upon the act being preformed.
• Contact with skin irritants or water is unlikely to be a significant component of this job.
• Lifting, carrying and holding requirementsare governed by the physical actions required of the character or the performance.
• Repetitive movements may occur; the frequency will depend upon the act being performed.
• Driving is likely to be unnecessary unless travelling to performance venues or unless it is part of the role.
• Use of hand-held tools and equipment will be frequent and may include a range of props, as well as stage make-up and costumes.
• Mental skills necessary include creative, memory, communication and performance/ expressive skills.

• A relevant tertiary qualification or at least five years applicable experience (ANZSCO Level 1). In some instances particular experience and/or on-the-job training may be required.

• There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.