Dancer

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

O*NET reports this occupation under titles such as: Ballerina; Ballet Company Member; Ballet Dancer; Ballet Soloist; Belly Dancer; Company Dancer; Dancer; Latin Dancer; Performing Artist; Soloist Dancer

Tasks

• 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.
• Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies.
• Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.
• Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.
• Attend costume fittings, photography sessions, and makeup calls associated with dance performances.
• Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations.

Knowledge

• Fine Arts
• English Language

Skills

• Active Listening
• Critical Thinking

Abilities

• Gross Body Coordination
• Extent Flexibility
• Dynamic Strength
• Stamina
• Trunk Strength
• Gross Body Equilibrium
• Multilimb Coordination
• Static Strength
• Dynamic Flexibility
• Oral Comprehension
• Speed of Limb Movement
• Near Vision
• Oral Expression
• Problem Sensitivity
• Selective Attention
• Speech Recognition