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Major Group

Professionals

Sub-Major Group

Social and Cultural Professionals

Minor Group

284

Creative and Performing Artists

Unit Group

2845

Actors

Minor Unit Group

MASCO Code

2845-01

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Actor

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Actor portrays characters in theatre, film, television, radio, and other performance settings by interpreting scripts and embodying roles through speech, movement, and expression. They study scripts, rehearse, and collaborate with directors and other performers to deliver convincing and engaging performances that communicate narratives and emotions to audiences. This occupation includes performing specialised acts such as impersonation or mime, where characters or real individuals are represented through voice, mannerisms, or physical expression.

Tasks

Reading and interpreting scripts to understand characters, storylines, and themes.

Studying and memorising lines, cues, and character traits.

Rehearsing and refining performances to deliver accurate and compelling portrayals.

Performing roles in theatre, film, television, radio, or live events using voice, gestures, and body movements.

Collaborating with directors, fellow performers, and production teams to enhance performance quality.

Applying or wearing costumes, makeup, and props appropriate to the role or character.

Maintaining physical fitness, vocal health, and flexibility to support performance readiness.

Adapting performances to different settings, roles, or audience interactions.

Attending auditions, casting calls, or performance-related promotional activities to secure and support roles.

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Arts, Entertainment and Recreation

0215
Music and Performing Arts

Skills

Basic

Critical thinking, adaptability, creativity, and resilience to improve performance and respond to diverse performance environments.

Emotional and physical expressiveness, including body coordination and facial control, to portray characters convincingly.

Memorisation, script interpretation, and reading comprehension to accurately understand and perform roles.

Physical stamina and endurance to meet the demands of performances and maintain stage presence.

Strong communication, interpersonal, and social perceptiveness skills for audience engagement and collaboration.

Specific

Ability in voice control and modulation to portray different characters and emotions.

Ability to engage audiences effectively during live performances.

Ability to portray diverse characters convincingly across genres and performance contexts.

Ability to use makeup, costumes, and props for character preparation.

Competency in movement and physical expression for stage and screen performance.

Competency in script interpretation, timing, and collaboration with creative teams.

Knowledge in camera angles, stage blocking, and spatial dynamics for different performance media.

Proficiency in acting techniques, including improvisation and non-verbal performance.

Proficiency in dialects and accent variation to support versatile roles.

Additional Info

QUALIFICATION

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

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