Good acting ability
Actors memorise lines, stunts, and cues as directed to perform a role. They may portray the characters by interpreting the feelings and motives of them.
Actors
Descriptions & Duties
- Actors portray characters in motion pictures, television shows, film and stage shows. They need to spend time studying stories, scripts, relationships among the characters and interpret their roles through speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Good performance skills
Actors must be able to carry out acting performance before audience. They must endure regular practice and frequent rehearsal to improve their technique, style, and expression. They also need determination and perseverance to compete for performance opportunities.
General Requirements
Other specific requirements
- Usually enhance their skills through formal drama education and long-term training
Work Environment
- Actors perform in the theatre or shoot in studio or outdoor environment. They may encounter unpleasant conditions like hot stage lights, shooting late night or outdoors in bad weather.
