Jobs That I Can Take Up in Speech & Drama
Jobs involving speech and drama often require individuals to have strong communication skills and the ability to perform in front of an audience. Opportunities may also be available to assist others with their speaking, listening and dramatic skills. The educational and training requirements vary depending on the profession.
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Actor
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Actors have an opportunity to work on the stage, in film and on television. While there are no educational requirements to become an actor, many colleges, universities and acting conservatories offer training to prospective actors. Courses in these programs cover topics involving scene study, voice and speech, movement, film acting and stage combat. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, actors earned a median hourly wage of $16.20 in 2009.
Motivational Speaker
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Motivational speakers give speeches to help and motivate individuals to become more productive and change their lives. The speeches can be held in a variety of environments and may be geared toward business employees, athletic teams or those attending a career seminar. Motivational speakers may recite specific examples of people who have changed their lives and focus on a series of self help issues. While there are no educational requirements to become a motivational speaker, individuals must have strong speech and diction, and the ability to inspire others. As of 2011, SimplyHired.com reported that motivational speakers earned $44,000 per year.
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Drama Teacher
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Drama teachers use their education and experience in acting to educate students on different acting techniques, methods and styles. Acting students learn to break down scripts, develop characters and project their voices. Like other teaches, those who work in drama must develop lesson plans, grade assignments and monitor behavior. Career opportunities may be available at the middle school, secondary and post-secondary level. As of 2011, Indeed.com shows that drama teachers earned a salary of $40,000 per year.
Speech Therpists
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Speech therapists work with individuals who are living with speech, language and voice disorders. These disorders may involve stuttering, fluency problems, mental disorders or other health issues. After assessing a patient's disorder, speech therapists develop programs and exercises to reduce the disability and help improve their ability to communicate with others. In order to become a speech therapist, individuals must graduate with a master's degree in speech and language pathology. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2009 that speech therapists earned a median salary of $65,090 per year.
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