Somewhat Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Actors:
43.3%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
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Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
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Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
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This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
This result is backed by strong agreement across multiple data sources.
AI Resilience Report forActors
N/A median salary•6,300 annual openings•SOC Code: 27-2011.00
Actors are somewhat less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 8 sources.
Acting is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because while the core of the craft (interpreting roles, expressing genuine emotion, and connecting with a live audience) remains deeply human, AI is meaningfully changing large parts of the industry around it. Voice acting and dubbing work are already being automated at a serious scale, and synthetic performers are starting to appear in real film projects, which means competition is growing in ways it never has before.
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This role is somewhat resilient
Acting is labeled "Somewhat Resilient" because while the core of the craft (interpreting roles, expressing genuine emotion, and connecting with a live audience) remains deeply human, AI is meaningfully changing large parts of the industry around it. Voice acting and dubbing work are already being automated at a serious scale, and synthetic performers are starting to appear in real film projects, which means competition is growing in ways it never has before.
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Latest AI news for Actors
As AI technologies evolve, actors must navigate new challenges and opportunities in their careers. For instance, the Japanese acting union's push for strict guidelines on AI-generated voices highlights the importance of protecting artists' rights and ensuring consent for digital reproductions. Meanwhile, the debut of AI character Tilly Norwood raises critical questions about the essence of acting and artistry. Embracing these discussions can empower aspiring actors to advocate for their value in an industry increasingly influenced by AI, fostering resilience in their careers.
Japanese acting union fights back against AI-generated voice use, proposing strict new guidelines, especially regarding the use of a deceased actor's voice
www.eurogamer.net • 10/19/2026
Japanese actors are trying to control the spread of AI-generated voices by establishing strict rules around use and total bans on imitating...
Japan Actors Union released guidelines on GenAI
dig.watch • 10/18/2026
JAU released guidelines mandating prior consent and compensation for using voice actors' recordings to train GenAI models.
Oscar winner Marion Cotillard says today's AI actors fall flat, but tomorrow's may not
www.thecooldown.com • 9/29/2026
French actor and Oscar winner Marion Cotillard says current AI performers do little for her, even as she worries about how far the...
With AI character Tilly Norwood set for feature-film debut, Hollywood debates what it means to be an actor
www.latimes.com • 7/13/2026
As AI-generated characters proliferate, Hollywood is confronting questions about authorship, artistry and whether a program can truly be an...
The AI job apocalypse is headed to Hollywood, as studios slash jobs, replace actors. What it means for movie goers
finance.yahoo.com • 6/8/2026
The AI job apocalypse is headed to Hollywood, as studios slash jobs, replace actors. What it means for movie goers ... The artificial intelligence...
More Career Info
Career: Actors
They perform in plays, movies, or TV shows by pretending to be different characters to entertain and tell stories to audiences.
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Alternate Titles
Actress · Comedian · Community Theater Actor · Voice Actor · Entertainer · Film Actor · Motion Capture Actor · Role Player · Tour Actor · Voice-Over Artist
Employment & Wage Data
Jobs (2025)
67,500
Growth (2025-35)
+0.0%
Annual Openings
6,300
Education
Some college, no degree
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
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Dress in comical clown costumes and makeup, and perform comedy routines to entertain audiences.
2
Construct puppets and ventriloquist dummies, and sew accessory clothing, using hand tools and machines.
3
Collaborate with other actors as part of an ensemble.
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Perform original and stock tricks of illusion to entertain and mystify audiences, occasionally including audience members as participants.
5
Work closely with directors, other actors, and playwrights to find the interpretation most suited to the role.
6
Prepare and perform action stunts for motion picture, television, or stage productions.
7
Work with other crew members responsible for lighting, costumes, make-up, and props.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
