Keyword

Choreographer

Bharathanatya Conductor

Bharathanatya Teacher

Nattuvanar

Minimum BFA with Bharathanatya or Bachelor?s degree in any discipline with full Maargam in Bharathanatya

Preferably minimum 1-2 years of experience

The tasks a Nattuvan is expected to perform include: Teaching, planning and conducting Bharathanatya performances

Studying musical compositions for a dance performance

Conducting vocal music and/or orchestra for a Dancer

Detailed knowledge of Indian classical music

In-depth knowledge of Bharathanatya Detailed knowledge of various classical music compositions Knowledge of how to conduct an orchestra

Previous relevant work experience

Creative bent of mind

Patience

Ability to teach

Ability to emote while dancing

It is not a desk job

May need to handle a team of dancers

Local travelling is a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Flexible working hours Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?Maybe

This job is not listed as hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act 1948 (section 87)

One may develop occupational hazards like body ache, joint pain, etc.

Will be updated

Overview of Film and Television Sector in India

The Media and Entertainment industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the country. The television segment in India accounts for over 40% of the revenues. It also contributes to above 35% of the revenues to the Indian advertising industry. The film industry, on the other hand, has seen a tremendous growth and has become a brand name in the recent years. This has helped it to enter the international market.

The current employment across Media & Entertainment sector is estimated to be over 1 million persons (in terms of direct employment only). The Private Final Consumption Expenditure (PFCE) on Entertainment is expected to grow at a CAGR of 13% to 14% between 2008 and 2022.

Learning Indian classical dance form has become a major trend outside India. This has led to a small revival of sorts in India as well. People are sending their children to various organizations and institutes to learn this graceful dance form. This means that a Nattuvan is going to be needed in various institutions and organizations. All these factors put together are only going to increase the job opportunities for a Nattuvan across towns and cities in India.

Dance colleges and institutes across India Classical dance academies across India Employed by families/individuals

Cities across India

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Vazhuvoorar, School of Classical Dance and Music

University of Madras

Sastra University

Kalai Kaviri College of Fine Arts, Trichy

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