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SOC 3413Culture, media and sports occupations

Actors, entertainers and presenters Salary

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About this role

Actors, entertainers and presenters perform in theatrical productions, film, television, radio and live events. They interpret scripts, create characters, present programmes and entertain audiences through performance skills.

Key responsibilities

  • Auditioning for and performing roles in productions
  • Rehearsing and learning scripts and choreography
  • Presenting television, radio or live event programmes
  • Developing characters and performance interpretations
  • Self-promoting and managing career through agents

Qualifications and entry routes

Many hold drama school training (1-3 year conservatoire programmes). RADA, LAMDA, Central and other drama schools are highly regarded. Equity membership is the professional union. Many successful performers enter through non-traditional routes.

Career outlook

Extremely competitive. Most actors supplement income with other work. Tax relief schemes for film and TV production support UK industry demand.

Key skills

Acting techniqueVoice and movementImprovisationResilienceSelf-marketing

Common industries

  • Theatre
  • Film and television
  • Radio
  • Corporate events
  • Voiceover and dubbing

Data coverage

SOC code3413
Data sourceONS ASHE
Years available2015–2025
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Mean Salary
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Top 10% Earn
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Jobs (000s)
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Data Years
11 years

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