INDUSTRY:
Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications
A job in these industries might see applicants specializing in news reporting, managing sound and video production, media relations, and other creative roles.
There are 46 careers in this industry
Actors
Play parts in stage, television, radio, video, or film productions, or other settings for entertainment, information, or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing.
- Median Salary:Not available
- Most Common Education:Less than high school
Agents and Business Managers of Artists, Performers, and Athletes
Represent and promote artists, performers, and athletes in dealings with current or prospective employers. May handle contract negotiation and other business matters for clients.
- Median Salary:$82,530
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree
Art Directors
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.
- Median Salary:$105,180
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree
Artists and Related Workers
All artists and related workers not listed separately.
- Median Salary:$69,760
- Most Common Education:Not available
Audio and Video Technicians
Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.
- Median Salary:$50,660
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree
Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys
Speak or read from scripted materials, such as news reports or commercial messages, on radio, television, or other communications media. May play and queue music, announce artist or title of performance, identify station, or interview guests.
- Median Salary:$41,750
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree
Broadcast Technicians
Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to acquire, edit, and transmit audio and video for radio or television programs. Control and adjust incoming and outgoing broadcast signals to regulate sound volume, signal strength, and signal clarity. Operate satellite, microwave, or other transmitter equipment to broadcast radio or television programs.
- Median Salary:$60,700
- Most Common Education:Associate's degree
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
Operate television, video, or film camera to record images or scenes for television, video, or film productions.
- Median Salary:$58,230
- Most Common Education:Associate's degree
Choreographers
Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.
- Median Salary:$50,990
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Design and develop manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.
- Median Salary:$75,910
- Most Common Education:Bachelor's degree