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Dancers

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

Tasks

What tasks do Dancers perform?

  • 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.


Knowledge

What do Dancers need to know?

  • Fine Arts

    Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

  • Customer and Personal Service

    Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.


Skills

What skills do Dancers need?

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Coordination

    Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

  • Critical Thinking

    Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.



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