Episode 9 | Survival Jobs & Networking
Former North American Aladdin Tour ensemble cast member, Carissa Fiorillo, speaks about her various survival jobs and gives some pro tips on networking within the performing industry! She embraces the digital world as a form of networking and finds joy in engaging with aspiring dancers.
Carissa is represented by BlocNYC, is a member of AEA and AGVA, was a touring Radio City Rockette and runs on online blog called Lifestyle of a Performer.
Carissa Fiorillo – www.carissafiorillo.online
Lifestyle of a Performer – www.lifestyleofaperformer.com
Instagram: @carissafiorillo
RESOURCES & RELATED CONTENT
Survival Jobs for Dancers (including but not limited to)
Teaching Dance Baby Sitting Retail
Choreographing Writing Promotional Dancer
Fitness Instructor Graphic Design Virtual Assistant
Gigs/Go-go Dancing Web Designing Driver/Delivery person
Modeling Photography/Videography Party Character
Serving/Hosting Assisting in Show Production TV/Film Extra
Catering Staff Brand Ambassador/Influencer Tour Guide
Bartending Digital Marketing Theatre Usher
Barista Dog Walking Administrative Work
*IMPORTANT* Your survival job should be flexible enough to allow you to attend auditions – don’t let it distract you from chasing your ultimate dreams!
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