Overview
Other performers include influencers, magicians, models, puppeteers and other performers. They are employed by nightclubs and theatre, advertising and other production companies, or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Pose for artists, photographers and videographers.
Influencers
Share ideas and advice on a broad range of topics.
Create personal and branded content for social media or other digital platforms.
Buskers
Entertain passers-by on sidewalks and in parks with magic tricks, juggling acts, short dramatic works, music and other entertaining displays.
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
Employment prospects
Annual salary
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$46,000
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Job openings
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British Columbia
124expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Completion of modelling courses is usually required for models.
Training for other occupations in this unit group is often obtained under the guidance of a practitioner.
Membership in a guild or union related to the occupation or type or performance may be required.
Additional information
There is little mobility between the different occupations in this unit group.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
No post-secondary education required
No post-secondary education required. You can work in this career without post-secondary education. Some on the job training may be provided. With additional training or experience, you may be able to progress into higher level, supervisory or management positions.