Dancer, Kaikanikani
Also known as
- Ballet dancer, contemporary dancer, performer, ballroom dancer, commercial dancer, jazz dancer, hip hop dancer
Dancers perform choreographed routines to music using body movements to express ideas and emotions. They may perform in dance recitals, theatre productions, gigs, television shows and films.
2:14 mins
Your pay could be
$48K
Lower
$53K to $66K
Most common
$88K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Dancers
- usually work irregular and long hours, including evenings and weekends and may work part time
- usually work in rehearsal studios and theatres and may travel locally, nationally and internationally
- need to be creative, and work well in a team and under pressure
Tasks
- Sew clothing or other articles.
- Repair textiles or apparel.
- Practice athletic or artistic skills.
- Perform dances.
- Entertain public with comedic or dramatic performances.
- Audition for roles.
- Monitor current trends.
- Train others on performance techniques.
- Choreograph dances.
You need experience to become a dancer and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in your relevant dance form
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Dance (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Diploma in Dance (Levels 5 and 6)
- a Bachelor of Dance Studies
If you’re in school
You usually need Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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