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Entertainment Careers

Entertainment careers refer to the careers pursued in the entertainment industry like filmmaking, television arena, theater drama etc. in addition to these fields; sports careers also might be included in the entertainment industry as they provide leisure, fun and entertainment to the masses.

The entertainment careers can involve a variety of occupations like acting, direction, production, radio related jobs, camera operations, athletics, coaching, training etc. All of these careers and the related professionals work to entertain the public. The success of these occupations is based on the appreciation by the masses.

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The tasks of the professionals in the entertainment careers depend on the stream they choose.

  • The actors' tasks are to act on the direction of the director and the demand of the script. They must develop and modify their body language, gestures, appearance according to the role they need to play on screen.
  • The directors direct and instruct the actors, artists and the other crew as to how they are supposed to perform for the film or recording.
  • The Producers' tasks are to manage funds, select the crew and cast and distribute the compensations to the performers, they also need to understand the interest of the public and choose projects accordingly.
  • The editors and writers work on the script. The editors edit, modify and make the film and program as good as possible in presentation.
  • The Musicians provide the music score, lyrics, etc to films, program, advertisement or other events, live or recorded. They must possess expertise in musical instruments, equipments etc.
  • The singers provide their voice to the songs and lyrics written. They must have perfect talent and voice to lead a thriving career. This demands intense practice and training.
  • This particular area of career also includes the sports persons. Their task is to practice and play well.

Qualifications Required
However, there are no certain and determined qualifications to start entertainment careers, the professionals working in the filmmaking and television industry generally pursue certifications, diploma and degrees in fine arts, acting, camera operations etc.

The sports persons and athletes need to have thorough practice and training in the sport they play for. They must join some club and sports group to have proper exposure on to the higher levels.

Other necessary Skills
The aspirants for the entertainment careers must inculcate certain qualities to gain a lucrative career:

  • They must be very creative. They must employ innovative ideas into their work to produce variety fort he audience.
  • They must have good physical stamina in order to deliver better performances in odd locations, atmosphere and working environment.
  • They must have team spirit as they rarely work solely. They work with a team of other professionals.
  • They must possess readiness to accept their errors and rectify them. They must also work according to the instructions of their directors, trainers and coaches.
  • They must be aware of the interests of the masses and audience and work accordingly to have a successful career.
  • They must also learn the developments and trends in the growing technology to apply them in their practice and performances.
  • Apart from these, they must have dedication, diligence and sincerity towards their vocation.

Place of Work
The actors and singers work along with the other artists, technicians, directors and producers on the sets, outdoor locations and other settings for the film or program they are shooting for. They can also deliver live performances like concerts, touring shows, and musical and dance performances.

The sportsmen play on the grounds and fields depending on the sports they select. The sports could be indoor or outdoor in nature. The other technicians, spot boys and sound engineers work at the studios or location of the event.

Job Opportunities
The employment opportunities for in the entertainment careers are numerous:

  • Commercial cinema
  • Educational filmmaking
  • Advertising agencies
  • Television industries
  • News agencies, as anchors, editors, journalists etc.
  • Radio stations
  • Event management related firms
  • Sports clubs
  • State or National level teams
  • County clubs etc.

The various professionals related to these careers work at various levels. They carry out their respective roles and functions. They contribute their parts in the process as a whole. For example, the actors act on the direction of the directors and writers, the editors edit them, musicians contribute with the music, technicians and crew assist in the working, and then the film is finally presented to the audience.

Similarly, the sportsmen get trained by the coaches and then perform for the entertainment of the public.

Remuneration
The entertainment careers offer handsome compensations to the professionals. They get huge wages and allowances once they get popular amongst the masses. They even get to endorse various brands as they appeal to the public and influence them.

Job Progress
These professionals can start at the assistant and junior levels. With the gain in e