What Can I Do With A Degree in Theatre Arts?

Are you considering majoring in theatre arts, but aren't sure what careers it will prepare you for? This site is designed to explore some of the numerous opportunities open to you. The theatre arts major will prepare students for a variety of careers including but not limited to:

For information on these careers and others, please consult the following links: 

• Sonoma State University Theatre Arts Department 
• Careers in Technical Theatre 
  Everything related to theatre except performing. 

What skills are used?

Careers in theatre arts share similar characteristics where skills are concerned. Skills include the ability memorize lines and blocking.  Ability to speak clearly and the abililty to observe.  Creativity and communication are very important.  Ability to work under pressure.

Where are the jobs?

Theatre Arts careers are found in education (colleges and universities), theaters, stage companies,  and movie and television studios.

How much will I earn?

For salary information, please click on the links below: 

JobSmart Salary Survey 
WAGEWEB 
Occupational Outlook Handbook 

For additional salary information come into the Career Services to utilize the National Association of Colleges and Employers Salary Survey.  It is updated every three months and gives national average starting offers by major and occupation. 

Where can I learn more?

The Career Services is located in Salazar 1070 and has extensive information for theatre arts related careers. Resource of interest include: Choices & Eureka (computerized career exploration programs), Career Library (over 500 books on careers), Internship and Job Postings, Community Involvement Program Listings (volunteer for credit and experience) and much, much more.