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Career Planning Strategies
FRESHMAN
· Enroll in courses with help of · Schedule an appointment with · Become familiar with CSULB
Inquiry academic advisors. career counselor. Catalog and Schedule of
· Enroll in COUN 191. · Attend Job Fair. Classes.
and · Enroll in University 100. · Attend a CDC workshop on · Visit the CDC website for
Awareness · Visit Career Development Center to deciding on a major. information on services and
explore major and/or career · Register in BeachLINK. special events.
interests.
SUMMER · Obtain employment and · Attend CDC workshops. · Visit the Career Resource
develop skills. · Develop a resume. Library in the CDC.
· Upload resume on BeachLINK.
SOPHOMORE
· Meet with department and · Attend internship and job · Join organizations in your
academic advisor. fairs. interest area(s).
Assess: Interests, · Discuss education and · Talk to people in various · Schedule an appointment
Skills and Values. career interests with career careers. with a career counselor to
counselor, peers, faculty and discuss interests and other
family. assessments.
Explore Career · Explore internship · Access BeachLINK.
Interests possibilities; visit CDC.
· Obtain employment and · Meet with career counselor to · Use the Career Resource
SUMMER develop skills. discuss career options. Library to research career
options.
JUNIOR
· Take classes in your major. · Narrow career options through · Attend graduate and
· Attend internship and job fairs. further research. professional school fair.
Targeting · Attend workshop on resumes, · Assess interests, skills and · Take electives in other areas to
interviewing, and job search. values. enhance your qualifications.
Career · Obtain career-related · Is graduate school in your · Build a network (contacts).
Decisions experience. future? · Develop/update a resume.
· Enroll in COUN 360I. · Attend workshops on applying · Visit CDC website.
tograduate school.
· Access BeachLINK.
· Obtain a summer internship/ · Meet with career counselor. · Attend workshop on resumes,
SUMMER related experience. interviews, and job search
· Compile inventory of interests, techniques.
skills and qualifications. · Revise resume.
SENIOR
· Complete the course · Attend Job Fair. · Participate in On-Campus
requirements in your major. · Attend workshop on resumes, Recruitment.
· Continue networking. interviews, and job search · Attend employer information
Job Search Campaign
· Identify and utilize multiple techniques. sessions.
resources. · Update resume.
· Access BeachLINK.
· Identify graduate programs. · Take entrance exams. · Attend graduate and
Graduate School · Review application process. · Research financing graduate professional school fairs.
school.
To develop an individualized career plan, schedule an appointment with a career counselor.
Call (562) 985-4151 or visit Brotman Hall, Room 250 to schedule an appointment.
http://careers.csulb.edu
The Career Development Center is a Department of the Student Services Division. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Educational
Institution.
Dance
Major/Career Profile
General Description
Dance is the study of rhythmic movement of the body used as a means of creative expression. Careers in
dance range from performance to production, teaching to dance therapy. Professional dancers may perform in
ballet, modern dance companies, film or television. Other careers include dance direction and choreography.
A dancer must be prepared for a very strenuous physical life of training; practice never ends. Dancing
demands excellent health, physical stamina, and the ability to be graceful along with an intense desire to
succeed. Self-discipline, dedication, perseverance, and initiative are necessary for auditions for competitive
entry jobs. Rehearsals and performances occur nights, weekends, and on holidays
Career Options
Graduates with this major have found work as a: Dancer, Choreographer, Dance/Aerobic Instructor,
Teacher , Dance Company Manager, Dance Therapist, Booking Agent, Critic, Movement Notator, and
Performing Arts Administrator. Teaching (K-12) requires a bachelor's degree and state credentials. College and
university level teaching requires a master's or doctorate and/or equivalent professional experience. Various
entry-level trainee positions in business and industry are available for graduates regardless of academic
discipline.
Typical Employers
Colleges and universities, private and public schools, dance studios and conservatories, professional dance
companies, motion picture studios, theater and television, community recreation departments, sports clubs and
health spas, hospitals and clinics, and youth organizations.
Salary and Employment Outlook
Salaries will vary by size and type of employer, geographic location, and related experience. Entry-level pay
is from $1,925 to $2,400 per month, with experienced dancers earning from $1,950 to $3,250. Top pay may
range from $3,500 to $5,600. Consult the Career Development Center for current information.
Faster than average growth is projected through 2005 for dancers and choreographers. Keen competition
and irregular employment continue to characterize the outlook. The best outlook is for those who have in depth
or extensive training, or experience in choreography, or teaching experience at all levels.
Some major dance companies and television/film agencies have unions negotiate collective bargaining
agreements. Various dance companies belong to the American Guild of Musical Artists; dancers on television
belong to the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists; those who perform in films belong to the
Screen Actors Guild or the Screen Extras Guild; and those in stage musicals belong to Actors Equity
Association.
For further information, contact:
Career Development Center Chairperson or Undergraduate Advisor
Brotman Hall, Room 250 College of the Arts
(562)985-4151 UTC 104
careers.csulb.edu (562) 985-4747
The Career Development Center is a Department of the Student Services Division. CSULB is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educational Institution.