Actor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Actors perform various roles in stage, film, TV, and CMs, conveying emotions and stories to audiences and viewers.
Description
Actors express roles written in scripts through body movements, voice, and facial expressions in plays and video works. Casting is decided through auditions, followed by character development through acting lessons and rehearsals. Stage performances require improvisation in response to live audience reactions, while films and TV demand awareness of camera work and dialogue tones during shooting. Continuous training and self-analysis are essential for improving acting skills, collaborating with directors, co-stars, and staff to create works.
Future Outlook
Demand for film actors is increasing due to the expansion of video streaming services. Opportunities for overseas roles are expanding, but intensifying competition requiring SNS self-promotion and diverse skills is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Emotionally sensitive / Expressive / Good self-management / Has challenging spirit
Work Style
Agency affiliation / Freelance / Personal agency / Production contract
Career Path
Basic training at training institute or drama school → Young troupe member → Stage actor → Film actor → Lead actor → Veteran actor, acting instructor
Required Skills
Acting ability / Physical expression / Script analysis / Voice training
Recommended Skills
Basic stage direction knowledge / Basic video editing / Language skills / Self-promotion / Singing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Because flexibility is needed to adapt to various roles and changes on set. |
| Communication Skills | Because communication with co-stars and staff is important. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because the ability to creatively adapt performances to roles is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because resilience is needed against stresses like audition rejections and long hours. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because extensive collaboration is required in filming and stage performances. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because math and quantitative analysis are rarely used in the job. |
Aliases
- Actor
Related Jobs
- Actress
- Director
- Screenwriter
- Stage designer
- Voice actor