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SOC 27-2031.00Job Zone 3 · Medium Preparation

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AI-at-Work Competency Framework

Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.
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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-generated rhythm analysis — uses music analysis tools to identify tempo, beat patterns, and phrasing cues, supplementing ear training when learning new choreography Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Reference video cataloging — queries AI-powered databases to locate example performances and notation of unfamiliar dance styles, supporting independent study of assigned roles WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Movement feedback review — submits recorded rehearsal footage to AI motion-analysis tools to surface alignment, timing, and spacing issues, then addresses flagged corrections in subsequent practice sessions Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Physical conditioning planning — uses AI fitness applications to structure cross-training schedules that match the stamina and flexibility demands of specific performance repertoire Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Musical accompaniment alignment — applies AI tempo-mapping tools to isolate rhythmic cues in complex scores, refining the synchronisation of movement to music before ensemble rehearsal Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Choreographic notation assistance — directs an AI tool to draft Laban or digital notation documents from video captures of original phrase work, then reviews and corrects the output against live movement memory Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Ensemble coordination analysis — uses AI spatial-tracking software to review multi-dancer formation videos, identifying synchronisation drift across the ensemble and communicating targeted corrections to cast members Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Self-assessment benchmarking — compares AI-generated movement metrics from personal recordings against professional reference performances, translating quantitative gaps into technical practice priorities WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. Performance concept integration — leads a creative team in evaluating AI-generated visual and sonic concepts, curating outputs that authentically serve the physical and expressive demands of the choreographic vision Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Adaptive training protocol design — architects AI-assisted longitudinal conditioning programmes that dynamically adjust intensity based on injury history and upcoming performance schedules, balancing physical capability development with safety margins Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Augmented rehearsal direction — deploys real-time AI motion-capture feedback during company rehearsals, interpreting data outputs for the ensemble and translating technical findings into actionable artistic direction Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Active Listening
Score: 42.2 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
Sources:Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication8 statements
Emerging
  1. Movement vocabulary foundation — executes basic choreographic phrases to convey assigned emotional intent during rehearsal settings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Directorial feedback reception — listens attentively to choreographer corrections and applies initial adjustments within the same rehearsal session Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ensemble synchronization signal — reads spatial and rhythmic cues from fellow dancers to maintain cohesive group formations during rehearsal Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Audition self-presentation — articulates movement range and stylistic strengths through prepared combinations in competitive casting environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Narrative embodiment — translates character arc and dramatic subtext into precise physical gesture and dynamic phrasing across full productions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Choreographic dialogue — communicates interpretation preferences and physical constraints to choreographers during collaborative refinement sessions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Performance storytelling mastery — conveys layered emotional narratives through nuanced body language, spatial design, and rhythmic variation across diverse audience contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-disciplinary artistic communication — articulates dance concepts to directors, composers, and designers in production meetings to align creative vision Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership8 statements
Emerging
  1. Rehearsal accountability — arrives prepared with memorized material and takes responsibility for personal readiness within ensemble practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer role modeling — demonstrates correct movement patterns to fellow dancers during informal warm-up and floor work segments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Small ensemble guidance — leads assigned subgroup through choreographic sections, maintaining tempo and spatial integrity during staging rehearsals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Understudy initiative — proactively learns principal roles and prepares to assume performance responsibilities without direct instruction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Company rehearsal leadership — organizes and paces self-directed practice sessions, setting technical and artistic goals for the ensemble Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. New dancer mentorship — guides less experienced company members through repertoire learning and performance etiquette in professional production contexts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Artistic vision stewardship — champions production cohesion by aligning ensemble performance standards with choreographic and directorial intent across full performance runs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Dance community development — leads workshops, masterclasses, or intensives that elevate technical and artistic standards within the broader dance field Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Physical self-inventory — identifies personal strengths and limitations in flexibility, strength, and coordination when selecting appropriate training focus areas Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Practice pattern awareness — recognizes which repetition strategies most efficiently embed new choreographic material into physical memory Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Technical gap analysis — evaluates own recorded rehearsal footage to identify alignment, timing, and stylistic inconsistencies relative to performance standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Style suitability assessment — reflects on performance outcomes to determine which dance forms best match physical capability and artistic temperament Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Training regimen calibration — monitors physical response to conditioning demands and adjusts cross-training, rest, and technique class schedules to sustain peak performance capacity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Role preparation strategy — plans systematic approach to character study, movement research, and rehearsal pacing when preparing for complex dramatic dance roles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Career trajectory metacognition — integrates ongoing self-assessment of technical evolution, injury history, and artistic growth to make strategic decisions about role selection and career longevity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning methodology innovation — develops personalized somatic and cognitive frameworks for mastering new movement vocabularies, sharing approaches to benefit company peers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking8 statements
Emerging
  1. Rhythm accuracy evaluation — compares own musical timing against accompaniment during practice and identifies specific counts where synchronization breaks down Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Choreographic instruction parsing — distinguishes between essential technical requirements and stylistic suggestions when receiving direction from choreographers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Movement problem analysis — examines why a partnering lift or technical sequence fails and identifies the mechanical or timing root cause before reattempting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Audition strategy assessment — evaluates casting requirements and selects repertoire excerpts most likely to demonstrate relevant technical and stylistic strengths Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Performance quality judgment — applies objective criteria for line, weight, dynamics, and musicality to assess whether rehearsal execution meets production standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Choreographic logic interrogation — questions whether movement choices authentically serve the narrative or musical structure and proposes evidence-based alternatives during collaborative refinement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Artistic direction critical analysis — evaluates production-wide consistency of stylistic interpretation, identifying sections where ensemble performance diverges from established choreographic intent Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Injury prevention reasoning — synthesizes biomechanical knowledge, fatigue indicators, and movement demands to make evidence-based decisions about modifying or stopping rehearsal execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration8 statements
Emerging
  1. Partner coordination basics — synchronizes entry timing, weight sharing, and spatial proximity with a partner during introductory pas de deux or contact improvisation exercises Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Ensemble floor courtesy — adjusts personal spacing and trajectory in rehearsal to avoid collision and maintain group spatial harmony Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Group formation maintenance — holds assigned position within ensemble configurations while tracking multiple dancers simultaneously during complex staging sequences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Choreographer partnership — provides clear physical feedback about movement comfort and safety constraints to enable productive collaborative refinement of dance material Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ensemble energy reciprocity — matches and amplifies collective performance energy across a full company cast, sustaining dynamic consistency through multi-act productions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-disciplinary production collaboration — coordinates movement phrasing with live musicians, lighting cues, and scenic transitions in technically complex production environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ensemble culture building — fosters trust, shared artistic standards, and psychological safety within a dance company to enable high-risk creative and physical collaboration Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Interdisciplinary creative partnership — co-develops performance concepts with choreographers, composers, and visual artists, integrating diverse creative inputs into cohesive movement work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character8 statements
Emerging
  1. Rehearsal professionalism — arrives punctually, respects studio space, and maintains attentive conduct throughout full rehearsal sessions regardless of personal performance level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Honest capability disclosure — accurately represents physical readiness and injury status to directors and choreographers to ensure safe casting decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Consistent work ethic — maintains training discipline, class attendance, and conditioning routines throughout the full production cycle, including demanding performance periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Constructive feedback acceptance — receives critical choreographic direction without defensive response and implements corrections with sustained professional commitment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Stage accountability — fulfills performance obligations with full technical and artistic commitment even under conditions of physical fatigue, personal difficulty, or unexpected production changes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Company integrity — upholds contractual, artistic, and interpersonal commitments to the dance company, honoring the collective effort required for production excellence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical artistic advocacy — addresses exploitative casting, unsafe rehearsal conditions, or inequitable treatment within the dance profession with principled, constructive action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Role modeling professionalism — embodies the highest standards of rehearsal conduct, artistic integrity, and collegial respect, setting the behavioral benchmark for the entire company Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Improvisation exploration — generates spontaneous movement responses to musical prompts during structured improvisation exercises without defaulting to memorized patterns Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Style cross-application — experiments with applying stylistic elements from one dance genre to movement phrases in another during open rehearsal exploration Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Personal movement signature — develops distinctive interpretive qualities within assigned choreography that express individual artistic voice while honoring choreographic intent Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Variation generation — proposes alternative movement solutions to technical challenges when assigned choreography conflicts with physical capability or spatial constraints Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Interpretive recontextualization — brings original emotional, spatial, and dynamic interpretations to repertoire roles that deepen audiences' engagement with established choreographic works Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Collaborative creative contribution — offers generative movement ideas during choreographic development sessions that expand the work's expressive vocabulary Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Solo artistic conception — develops fully realized self-choreographed performance works that demonstrate original movement philosophy, structural innovation, and cohesive artistic identity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Genre synthesis — fuses technical vocabularies from multiple dance traditions into a coherent and distinctive movement practice that advances the expressive capacity of the form Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Technical challenge engagement — attempts difficult movement sequences in class without avoidance, viewing initial failure as necessary information for skill development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Correction integration — receives instructor feedback as developmental data rather than personal criticism and immediately applies adjustments with renewed effort Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Injury recovery persistence — maintains mental engagement with performance goals during physical rehabilitation periods, using observation and visualization to sustain artistic development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. New style commitment — enrolls in unfamiliar dance technique classes and endures beginner-level discomfort to expand stylistic range and casting versatility Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Plateau breakthrough strategy — recognizes when technical progress stalls, seeks external coaching or cross-training interventions, and sustains deliberate practice through extended developmental plateaus Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Audition rejection resilience — processes unsuccessful auditions as diagnostic feedback, identifies specific areas for improvement, and maintains consistent training momentum toward future opportunities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Lifelong mastery orientation — pursues continuous technical and artistic evolution throughout a full career, embracing stylistic reinvention as physical capabilities evolve with age Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Growth culture cultivation — mentors peers in reframing setbacks as learning opportunities, building a company-wide culture where artistic risk-taking and developmental struggle are honored Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness8 statements
Emerging
  1. Pre-performance centering — applies basic breathing and body-scan techniques before auditions or performances to regulate activation and reduce performance anxiety Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Present-moment movement attention — focuses sensory awareness on physical sensation, weight, and breath during technique class rather than outcome-oriented evaluation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Kinesthetic presence — sustains full somatic awareness of body alignment, muscular engagement, and spatial orientation throughout extended rehearsal periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation in performance — manages stage fright, performance pressure, and mid-show mistakes without allowing emotional disruption to compromise technical execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Intentional performance presence — maintains continuous attentional focus on physical, musical, and spatial demands across full-length productions without lapsing into habitual autopilot execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Fatigue awareness management — monitors physical and mental fatigue signals during intensive rehearsal blocks and communicates readiness state to directors to prevent injury and maintain quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Somatic intelligence mastery — integrates breath, proprioception, and kinesthetic awareness as primary performance tools, generating movement authenticity that transcends technical execution Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mindful company leadership — models intentional attentiveness during rehearsal, creating conditions where full ensemble presence and deliberate artistic focus become collective practice norms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude8 statements
Emerging
  1. Physical discomfort tolerance — persists through muscle soreness, blistering, and conditioning difficulty during early training periods without abandoning practice commitments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Audition nerves management — enters competitive audition environments and delivers prepared material despite performance anxiety and high-stakes evaluation pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Repetition endurance — sustains quality of effort through hundreds of repetitions of a single movement phrase during intensive rehearsal periods without disengagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Casting disappointment resilience — accepts non-casting or understudy assignment without withdrawing effort from ensemble contribution or personal training commitment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Performance schedule stamina — maintains peak technical and artistic execution through consecutive performance nights, matinees, and touring schedules under sustained physical demand Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Career uncertainty navigation — sustains professional commitment and training discipline through extended periods of contract gaps, audition rejection cycles, and industry instability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Injury adversity transcendence — returns from significant physical setbacks with reinvested technical dedication and expands artistic depth through the experience of navigating physical limitation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Career longevity fortitude — adapts performance practice, role selection, and professional focus across decades of shifting physical capacity, sustaining meaningful artistic contribution through the full arc of a dance career Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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PerseveranceAchievement OrientationAdaptabilitySelf-ConfidenceOptimismSocial Orientation
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Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Study and practice dance moves required in roles.
  2. Harmonize body movements to rhythm of musical accompaniment.
  3. Train, exercise, and attend dance classes to maintain high levels of technical proficiency, physical ability, and physical fitness.
  4. Coordinate dancing with that of partners or dance ensembles.
  5. Develop self-understanding of physical capabilities and limitations, and choose dance styles accordingly.
  6. Perform classical, modern, or acrobatic dances in productions, expressing stories, rhythm, and sound with their bodies.
  7. Collaborate with choreographers to refine or modify dance steps.
  8. Audition for dance roles or for membership in dance companies.
CIP education codes
50.030150.030250.039950.050950.0512

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