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Stand-Up Comedian

Make audiences laugh through live performance

Up to $500,000/yr

Write and perform original comedy material in clubs, theatres, and special recordings.

Highlights

Common tasks

Write jokes, perform sets, develop material, and tour clubs and venues.

Potential downsides

Bombing on stage, irregular income, hecklers, and years of open mics before breaks.

Skills

WritingStorytellingCreativityPersuasion

Interests

Media & entertainmentCommunicationCreating & designing

Industries

Media

Work style

CreativeCollaborativeIndependentPeople-focused

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