Group
Occupation
231131 Actor
Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
First release
231131 Actor
Entertains by portraying characters in film, television, video, live performance productions, audio media and digital games.
Specialisation
- Voice Actor
Skill level: 1
High levels of creative talent, interest and personal commitment may substitute for formal qualifications or years of experience.
Main tasks
- Reads scripts and undertakes research to gain understanding of parts, themes and characterisations
- Learns lines and cues, rehearses parts, and applies vocal and movement skills to the development of characterisation
- Prepares for performances through rehearsals under the instruction and guidance of the director
- Acts parts and portrays roles as developed in rehearsals
- May sing and dance, or play a musical instrument
- May undertake promotional work