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Knowledge and skills
Animators are expected to have:
• Proficiency in a particular area of ‘specialisation’, e.g. performing arts, sports or art
• The ability to perform in front of an audience
• The ability to manage stressful situations
calmly
• The ability to improvise
• The ability to socialise and interact with
audience from different cultures
Transferable skills may include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in English and
preferably in other foreign languages
• Planning and organisational skills
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
multitask
• The ability to take decisions on the spot
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• The ability to maintain order
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A good sense of humour
• A sense of initiative
• Creativity
• Energy and enthusiasm
• Patience
• Physical stamina
• Physically fit
• Self-confidence
Related career opportunities
• Creative and Performance Artist (Actor, Singer or Dancer)
• Host/Hostess
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