Australian GovernmentStudy Australia

Actors entertain by portraying roles in film, television, radio, and stage productions.

What the job involves

  • Reads scripts and undertakes research to gain understanding of parts, themes and characterisations

  • Learns lines and cues, rehearses parts, and applies vocal and movement skills to the development of characterisation

  • Prepares for performances through rehearsals under the instruction and guidance of production directors

  • Acts parts and portrays roles as developed through rehearsals into film, television, radio and stage productions

  • Travels between entertainment venues