Careers in theatre
Our world-class University Theatre faculty produce skilled and versatile artists and scholars who are flexible, innovative leaders with global perspectives and outstanding people skills. To be successful in the performing arts, students must hone exceptional artistic and technical abilities and also develop a range of analytical, communication, and organizational skills. All academic programs offered in the University Theatre program help students develop these and other valuable transferable proficiencies that employers are seeking—critical thinking, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a strong work ethic.
With an estimated value predicted to grow to approximately $169.62 billion by 2030, the global theatre and entertainment industries provide countless career opportunities. Graduates from YSU's University Theatre earn a degree in an area about which they're passionate, and their skills are applicable to many careers, including those in other professions as well as in the theatre and entertainment fields.
Theatre studies provide students with skills in:
Analysis
Communication
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Interpersonal relations
Organization
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Career opportunities for creatives
The roles of creatives continue to be redefined, and artists are influencing the world in nearly every industry. This means your opportunities with a degree from the University Theatre program at Youngstown State University are greater than ever. Your education gives you one of the most competitive skills in today’s job market: creativity. Combined with your abilities to approach problems with unique perspectives, collaborate with others, and think critically, you will be desirable to employers in any field you pursue. Our graduates successfully establish careers in numerous professions, such as:
BUSINESS
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DESIGN/PRODUCTION
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EDUCATION
HEALTH/WELLNESS
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Where our alumni work
Our talented and versatile alumni become cultural influencers and entrepreneurs and may be found locally, nationally, and internationally across the entertainment industry. You’ll find our alumni on Broadway and receiving nominations and awards from The Tony’s to The Grammys®. Our exceptional program also empowers our graduates to become successful directors, designers, actors, choreographers, academic faculty, and more. Below are examples of the many places University Theatre graduates are employed:
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Next steps
- To begin connecting with professionals in fields that interest you, create your own LinkedIn account
- To identify internships or job opportunities, visit Handshake
- Apply for on-campus jobs (work-study and non-work-study)
- Become involved in one of YSU's multiple student organizations
YSU Office of Career Exploration and Development
Jones Hall, Room 2022
330.941.3515
oced@ysu.edu