Performing Arts
Below are sample lists of careers and majors commonly associated with Performing Arts. Please remember, many careers do not require a specific major; rather, employers are often more interested in the experiences you have had and the skills, interests, abilities, and strengths you have developed through these experiences that enhance your academic program. Use the links below to explore careers and majors.
Majors:
Careers:
- Actor/Actress
- Artistic Director
- Arts Administrator/Manager
- Attorney: Entertainment Law
- Ballet Mistress/Master
- Band Director
- Broadcast Technician
- Casting Director
- Choir Director
- Choreographer
- Composer/Arranger
- Concert Soloist
- Conductor
- Costume Designer
- Cruise Director
- Dance Critic
- Dance Studio Owner
- Dance Therapist
- Dance Director
- Dancer
- Director
- Disc Jockey/Announcer
- Drama Coach or Teacher
- Drama Therapist
- Educational Programs Director
- Film Music Editor
- General/Company Manager
- Instrument Service Specialist
- Lighting Designer
- Makeup or Hairstylist
- Music Promoter
- Music Store Manager
- Musician
- Organist
- Playwright
- Private Music Teacher
- Producer
- Production Manager
- Prop Master
- Public Relations Specialist
- Publicist/Promoter
- Recording Sound Engineer/Mixer
- Recreation Director
- Sales Representative
- Scenic Artist
- School Music Teacher
- Section Leader/Section Member
- Set/Scene Designer
- Sound Designer
- Special Effects Specialist
- Stage Manager
- Studio Musician
- Talent Agent
- Teacher
- Technical Director
- Theatrical Critic
- Tour Manager
- Voice Coach
- Voice-Over Artist
Career Exploration Hub
Employment Strategies
- Identify areas of interest related to your major so you can focus your academics and experiences towards these fields.
- Gain direct experience within the areas that interest you most through research projects, independent studies, internships, part-time jobsstudent organization involvement, or volunteering
- Register for Hire Jayhawks and subscribe to the Internship Newsletter to receive automated weekly emails with specific internship information.
- Consider joining a professional organization related to your area of interest, and, if possible, attend local and/or regional conferences to make connections with professionals working in your field.
- Practice interviewing on your own or by conducting a mock interview at the University Career Center.
- Develop your resume and tailor it to your area(s) of interest.
- Earn a minor or take additional coursework outside your major when relevant to your career goals.
- Complete an independent study to gain advanced research skills.
- Maintain a strong GPA if you are considering pursuing graduate or professional school.
- Consider getting involved with a student organization at KU related to your area of interest.