Other Performers

Nature of work

Other performers include circus performers, magicians, models, puppeteers and other performers. They work for circuses, nightclubs, and theatre, advertising and other production companies, or they may be self-employed.

Job duties

Buskers:

• Entertain people on sidewalks and in parks with magic tricks, juggling acts, short dramatic works, music and other entertaining shows.

Circus performers like trapeze artists, high-wire walkers, clowns and jugglers:

• Entertain audiences with exciting and funny acts.

Magicians and illusionists:

• Perform sleight-of-hand tricks, disappearing acts and other illusions.

Fashion models:

• Display clothing and merchandise in commercials, advertisements and fashion shows and pose for artists and photographers.

Puppeteers:

• Use puppets and marionettes.

Sample job titles

• acrobat
• busker
• circus performer
• clown
• deejay (DJ)
• fashion model
• magician
• puppeteer
• ventriloquist

Skills

• You should be dedicated, motivated, and willing to accept constructive criticism. Talent, creativity, and technical skills are essential. You must be comfortable working with others and performing before an audience. Self-discipline and a good business sense are also helpful.

Job requirements

• Circus performers and acrobats may need a period of study at a circus school.
• Modelling courses is usually required for models.
• Training for other jobs in this group is often taken under the guidance of a practitioner.
• Talent and ability, as demonstrated during an audition, are important hiring criteria.
• Membership in a guild or union related to the job or type or performance may be required.

Other considerations

• There is little movement between the different jobs in this group.

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