WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN... THEATRE OR DANCE

1. WHAT CAN I DO WITH A MAJOR IN...THEATRE OR DANCE www.sc.edu/career

2. the-a-tre The scientific study of the origin, the behavior, and the physical, social, and cultural development of human beings.* *"Anthropology." The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition. Houghton Mifflin Company, 2004. 24 Jul. 2009. <Dictionary.com http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Anthropology>.

3. dance • A successive group of rhythmical steps or bodily motions, or both, usually executed to music. • To perform or take part in.* * "dance." Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1). Random House, Inc. 07 Aug. 2009. <Dictionary.com http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/dance>.

4. Theatre And Dance Majors Study • Discipline based performance and production skills • Visualizing, criticizing, evaluating, and explaining performances • Summarizing and synthesizing perceptions • Conceptual thinking and composing skills • Detailed movement and speech techniques • How to interpret and edit ideas

5. Anthropology Degrees Available At The University Of South Carolina

6. Theatre And Dance At The University Of South Carolina

7. Theatre And Dance Majors Develop Skills In • Communicating ideas, thoughts, and emotions through speech, writing, and movement • Reading critically • Conceptual thinking • Interpersonal relationship building • Accurate reporting Managing multiple projects, people, and production elements simultaneously Interpreting, editing, and organizing ideas Problem solving Advising, teaching, and directing Selling ideas, products, and services

8. Employment To increase employment prospects, it is recommended that a theatre, speech, and dance major: • Gain as much and as varied performance experience as possible • Learn technical aspects of production development • Seek part-time or summer job experiences • Obtain an occupationally related minor (i.E. Advertising, management, and education)

9. Employment Settings • Business & Commerce: Includesmanagement and direction of for-profit organizations including the development of business plans, marketing strategies, product development, and human resource management.

10. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Business & Commerce • Lobbyist • Marketing Research Analyst • Project Planner • Public Relations Assistant • Recruiter • Sales Manager • Service Representative • Trainer Buying Manager Claims Adjuster Communications Director Community Planner Credit Analyst Employment Interviewer Labor Relations Specialist

11. Employment Settings • Education: Includes classroom instruction, curricula development, research and writing, administration and program management, and lecturing. Teaching and research positions at colleges and universities require an advanced degree. Most other teaching positions require proper certification.

12. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Education • Language Instructor • Lecturer • Librarian • Primary School Teacher • Program Director • Secondary School Teacher • Text Author • Theatre Director Administrator College/University Faculty Curriculum Writer Dance Instructor Drama Teacher Educational Media Programmer Grant Writer Guidance Counselor

13. Employment Settings • Performing Arts & Entertainment: Includes film and television acting, theatre, musical theatre, announcing, writing, producing/directing, facility management, business management, non-profit administration, development (fund-raising), marketing/promotion, and technical operations like set, lighting, costume, and prop design.

14. Sample Occupational Titles Associated WithPerforming Arts & Entertainment • Facility Manager • Music Director • Publicity Coordinator • Producer • Script Writer • Speech Writer • Stage Manager • Tour Promoter • Vocal Coach Actress/Actor Agent Announcer Business Director Critic Choreographer Costume Designer Development Officer Director

15. Employment Settings • Public Relations & Advertising: Includes publicity, advertising/marketing, lobbying, corporate public affairs, development (fund-raising), sales, creative directing, media analysis/planning, audience analysis, news/informational writing, speech writing, public opinion research, and campaign management.

16. Sample Occupational Titles Associated WithPublic Relations & Advertising • Informational Writer • Marketing Specialist • Media Analyst • News Writer • Public Opinion Researcher • Publicist • Sales Manager • Lobbyist Advertising Agent Audience Analyst Booking Manager Corporate Public Affairs Director Creative Director Development Specialist Event Planner

17. Employment Settings • Social & Human Services: Includes among others counseling, social work, program management, public service, non-profit work, ministry, and positions in correctional facilities. Most ministry and counseling positions requirethe completion of a special certification or degree program.

18. Sample Occupational Titles Associated With Social & Human Services • Victim Advocate • Community Affairs Director • Correctional Worker • Drug Counselor • Fund Raiser • Grant Writer • Mediator • Non-Profit Researcher • Occupational Therapist • Policy Analyst • Public Service Specialist • Recreational Worker • Social Scientist • Social Worker • Speech Therapist • Tourism Director

19. TOP 10 Occupations That Employ Persons With Only A Bachelor’s Degree In Theatre 1 Artists, broadcasters, writers, editors, entertainers, public relations specialists 2 Top- and mid-level administrators, executives 3 Teachers, secondary 4 Receptionists, typists 5 Sales (including retail) 6 Other administrative (i.e. record clerks) 7 Other service occupations (except health) 8 Other marketing and sales occupations 9 Food preparation and service occupations 10 Other management-related occupations Source: Fogg, N.P, Harrington, P.E. & Harrington, T.F, (2004). College Majors Handbook (2nd ed). Indianapolis, IN: Jist Publishing.

20. Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want • Volunteer to perform technical work backstage pre and post-performance • Gain directing experience • Acquire problem solving skills to manage schedules and deadlines Acquire patience to learn lines, scenes, and steps Audition for school and amateur community group performances Maintain proper health since the stress and competition is high

21. Strategies For Developing Skills To Get The Job You Want • Develop strong verbal and written communication skills • Develop a portfolio • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills • Obtain a graduate degree or advanced certification • Acquire a minor Join related professional organizations Acquire knowledge, skill and related experience in additional area(s) of interest since work in the performing arts is unpredictable

22. Books And Web Resources Web Resources Dance Art http://www.danceart.com American Association of Community Theatre http://www.aact.org/ Books US directory of entertainment employers published by Studiolot Publishing Creative careers : paths for aspiring actors, artists, dancers, musicians and writers by Elaina Loveland

23. Resources for more information Department of Theatre & Dance www.cas.sc.edu/thea Career Center Library http://www.sc.edu/career/Library/library.html Theatre & Dance Related Websiteshttp://www.sc.edu/career/la/theatre.html CAS Career Development website www.sc.edu/career/cascdp/index.html

24. Career Center Contact Information University of South Carolina Career Center 6th Floor, H. William Close Building (BA Building) Columbia, SC 29208 Phone: (803) 777-7280 On-call counseling without an appointment: M - F, 1:00 am - 4:00 pm (Summer and holiday hours may differ, please check the website at www.sc/edu/career)