☛ What is the mission of the company, school or organization?

☛ What is the size and structure of classes and/or rehearsals?

☛ What is the performance repertoire?

☛ Who is their audience?

☛ What do others have to say about their educational/professional experiences there?

☛ Will I get the training I need?

☛ What is the pay and regularity of work?

☛ Are there other benefits (e.g. compositional opportunities, touring, work with respected and established artists)?

☛ Is any travel involved?

☛ Does it matter to me if it is a stage or film/video job?

☛ Am I being realistic about my technical level, my time and my financial needs?