Performing Arts in the real world!

Very soon you will be making decisions about option choices for next year! Do you know all of  the career pathways that are linked to the Performing Arts?

Look at the following documentary and complete the tasks below. You will need to use your chromebook or a device.

This Is It! - Michael Jackson

1.

Make a  list of the jobs that people are doing on the set of This is it. This will include all performance roles and backstage/production roles.

Jobs/ Careers - as seen on This is it. 10 Musical Theatre JOBS

E.g Musician Producer The Band Dancer Special Effects Supervisor Pyrotechnicians- Greenscreen Aerialist Vocal trainer Directors

2.

Career guide

	describe	qualifications	Job opportunities
Eg: Special effects makeup artist	Special Effects Makeup Artist Career. *A job as a Special Effects Makeup Artistfalls under the broader career category of Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance. ... Job Description for Makeup Artists, Theatrical and Performance : Apply makeup to performers to reflect period, setting, and situation of their role.	Artistic skills, keen eye for color, networking skills	No specific degree required, a cosmetology or theater arts program may be helpful
eg:Choreographer	Job Description. A choreographer is like the director and the screenwriter of a film, all rolled in to one, but for dancers and dance routines instead of actors on screen. ... Choreographers often run their own dance schools, which also involves balancing their own accounts and managing costs.	High school diploma is sufficient for this field; however, many choreographers earn bachelor's degrees Significant amount of dance experience Creativity is essential, strong leadership and teamwork skills, physical stamina and balance, good traveler	Strong dance training and technique required; Hip Hop, Ballet, and Jazz instructors needed for an established and growing dance studio located just 5 minutes... ... We are looking for a Dance Teacher/Choreographer experience to teach all ages and levels
Eg: Pyrotechnician	Pyrotechnicians work on stage shows, film, television and events that can range from weddings to the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony. They work with lights, fireworks, smoke devices and music, working out what will happen, 'bumping in' (setting up the equipment), running the shows and then bumping out.	3-6 licensed fireworks displays before licensure 3-6 licensed fireworks displays before licensure 1-day sessions, written exam included Variable; pay can be hourly or based on specific performances	A career in pyrotechnician is usually achivable by on the job training, through schooling option are available.
Eg: Props designer/technician.	BASIC JOB DESCRIPTION: The Props Designer/ Manager is responsible for obtaining all props needed for the production. They also work with the Stage Manager in gathering appropriate rehearsal props early in the rehearsal process. They may also be called upon to help the Scene Designer dress the set.	There is no iron clad definition of the word “PROPS.” Traditionally, they are the items handled by the actors. However, each production has it’s own definition and the other designers may want to make some choices. For example, a pair of glasses might be considered part of the costume. It is important that the Props Designer has a clear understanding of his/her specific responsibilities from the earliest production meetings. With the list should be a priority of when each final  prop is needed. Props that actors need to rehearse with a lot for timing should be obtained early on. The latest all props should be finished and ready for use is the first technical rehearsal. However, it may be decided that props need to be finished before that time. This should be decided on early in the production time so the Props Designer has ample time in order to finish the props.	Design is literally everywhere around us from the shoes you wear the computer you use to the office.

3. Theatre People

Is there a role that you would be interested in? Choose one and find as much information as you can on this career pathway. E.g - job descriptions, job opportunities in NZ, Jobs worldwide, what experience do you need……..

I choice Pyrotechnician