Factory Worker: Jim Carrey worked at a tire factory in Ontario, Canada, where he assembled tires.
Stand-Up Comedian: He began his career in comedy by performing stand-up routines at open mics and local comedy clubs in Toronto.
Theatrical Actor: Carrey also had early experience as a theatrical actor, appearing in several stage productions in Canada, including the musical "The Kinky Boots" and the comedy "The Unnatural Act."
Sketch Comedy Show Host: Carrey hosted the sketch comedy show "The All-Night Show" on Canadian pay television.
Small TV Roles: He had minor roles in some Canadian television series and made-for-TV movies, such as "Introducing Janet" and "The Duck Factory."
Early Hollywood Breaks: Carrey's big break came when he landed a role in the American television sketch comedy series "In Living Color" in 1990, which eventually led to his success as a leading actor in Hollywood movies.