Dancers Use Movement, Gesture And Body Language To Portray A Character, Story, Situation Or Abstract Concept To An Audience, Usually To The Accompaniment Of Music. This Normally Involves Interpreting The Work Of A Choreographer, Although It May Sometimes Require Improvisation.
Dancers Work In A Variety Of Genres Including Classical Ballet, Modern Stage Dance, Contemporary Dance, Street Dance And African Or Asian Dance. They May Perform To A Live Audience Or Take Part In A Recorded Performance For Television, Film Or Music Video.
Many Dancers Follow Portfolio Careers, Combining Performance With Teaching, Choreography Or Administrative Work In A Dance Company.
Work Activities Will Differ From Dancer To Dancer, Depending On The Contract.
Self-promotion Is Also A Significant Feature Of The Work. This Can Include Sending Out Your CV And/or Photographs/footage, Delivering Presentations, Running Workshops Or Attending Auditions And Meetings.