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Dancers
Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media · SOC 27-2031
0.0% AI Exposure — Low
$33,925
Median Annual Salary
Average
O*NET Outlook
2,400
Proj. Annual Openings
8,130
Employment (OEWS 2025)
100/100
AI Resiliency Score
AI exposure from the Anthropic Economic Index (2025); salary from BLS; skills from O*NET. See /sources.
AI Exposure Analysis
AI Exposure0.0%
AI Resiliency100/100
Exposure BandLow
Sector Avg. Exposure13.4%
Top Skills
1.Active Listening
2.Critical Thinking
3.Coordination
4.Speaking
5.Monitoring
O*NET occupation profile
What this work involves
Perform dances. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording.
Common titles: Ballerina, Ballet Company Member, Ballet Dancer, Ballet Soloist, Belly Dancer, Company Dancer
Representative Tasks
- •Study and practice dance moves required in roles.
- •Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
- •Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
- •Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
- •Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.
Detailed Work Activities
- •Repair textiles or apparel.
- •Sew clothing or other articles.
- •Practice athletic or artistic skills.
- •Perform dances.
- •Entertain public with comedic or dramatic performances.
Tools & Technologies
Adobe Photoshop · hotFacebook · hotMicrosoft Outlook · hotApple Final Cut ProChoreography softwareLinkedInSambaSocial media sitesYouTube
Employment Projections & AI Exposure
15
Occupations Shown
17.7%
Avg AI Exposure
3
Bright Outlook
Sector Comparison
| Metric | This Career | Sector Average |
|---|---|---|
| AI Exposure | 0.0% | 13.4% |
| Outlook | Average | 19% Bright |
| Median Salary | $33,925 | N/A |
| AI Resiliency | 100/100 | N/A |