Job Profiles JOB PROFILE 1 Job Profile: Actress (Screen Acting) What is an actress?: An actress is someone who has a passion for creating art on stage, in film or on Tv. What skills are needed? Ability to memorize lines Creative mind Emotional intelligence Communication Skills Physical Ability Ability to work as a team Theoretical knowledge What qualifications are needed? There are no set qualifications necessary for starting a career in acting but to stand out its beneficial you have experience and knowledge of the arts. A- level and GCSE qualifications are standard for what directors expect in some cases but otherwise as long as you have some education and lots of talent you should be okay. What experience is needed? To become a successful actress, experience is necessary to build your knowledge of the art. This can be created through: participation in projects on stage and off stage, headshots, joining theatre groups, taking acting c...