According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Prepare pointe shoes, by sewing or other means, for use in rehearsals and performance. | 93% |
| Study and practice dance moves required in roles. | 90% |
| Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment. | 87% |
| Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness. | 85% |
| Perform in productions, singing or acting in addition to dancing, if required. | 85% |
| Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles. | 85% |
| Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies. | 82% |
| Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly. | 82% |
| Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps. | 82% |
| Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies. | 80% |
| Attend costume fittings, photography sessions, and makeup calls associated with dance performances. | 73% |
| Monitor the field of dance to remain aware of current trends and innovations. | 67% |
| Teach dance students. | 64% |
| Devise and choreograph dance for self or others. | 57% |
