Justine Smith performing her routine
Comedians entertain people by performing comic routines.
He whakamārama
Ko ta te tangata whakakatakata mahi ko te whakakatakata-whakamenemene hoki tangata ma te mahi i nga kaupapa whakakatakata-whakamenemene hoki.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements to become a comedian as skills are gained on the job.
Pay
Wages vary depending on the type of performance, but comedians may earn $50 a night if working at a bar or up to $100 for 10 minutes work if they are working at a corporate performance.
Job Outlook
Many venues run rookie nights for comedians to start out in a supportive environment, so it is easy to try out stand-up comedy.
