Careers in Media, Arts & Entertainment
Three hundred and thirty-one careers across writing, design, film, music, performance, games, broadcast, and the production and curation work that sits behind the creative output people see and hear. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 4 of 7 for Media, Arts & Entertainment.
331 careers in Media, Arts & Entertainment, page 4 of 7
Gaffer
Postsecondary non-degree award (e.g., electrical certification) or significant on-the-job training · $60,059
Oversee all lighting aspects of film or television productions by collaborating with the Director of Photography,…
Game Engine Specialist (Unreal/Unity)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Game Development · $130,000
Specializes in game engine development for motion and interactive media. Optimizes engine performance and develops…
Game UI/UX Designer
Bachelor's degree (Game Design/Graphic Design/HCI) · $95,000
Designs user interfaces and user experiences specifically for video games, including HUDs, menus, inventory systems,…
Generative Media Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Art, Design, or AI · $115,000
Uses generative AI and procedural techniques to create visual content. Develops AI-generated assets and effects.
Government Affairs Director
Master's degree · $130,000
Directs and manages government relations activities, lobbying efforts, and policy advocacy to advance an organization's…
Graphic Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $61,300
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May…
Gymnast
High School Diploma or equivalent · $45,000
Perform complex routines requiring strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination as a professional gymnast through…
Head of Creative / Creative Director (Studio)
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Design, or Business · $180,000
Leads creative vision for entire studio or production company. Oversees all creative departments and strategic…
Head of Design / VP of Design
Bachelor's degree (Design/HCI; MBA valued) · $220,000
Leads the entire design organization, setting design vision and strategy, managing design managers and ICs,…
Human Resources Director
Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred · $130,000
Human Resources Directors oversee all aspects of human resources practices and processes. They are responsible for…
Icon / Iconography Designer
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Illustration) · $82,000
Specializes in designing icon systems, pictograms, and symbolic visual languages for digital products, operating…
Illustrator
Bachelor's Degree · $65,000
Creates visual images and designs for a variety of media, transforming concepts into compelling artwork. Works across…
Immersive Experience Designer
Bachelor's Degree in Experience Design or related field · $100,000
Designs immersive experiences combining motion, audio, and spatial design. Creates installations and experiential…
Influencer / Professional Content Creator (Self-Employed)
No formal requirement · $68,000
Builds and monetizes a personal brand across social platforms through sponsored content, brand partnerships,…
Information Architect
Bachelor's degree (Library Science/HCI/Design) · $110,000
Organizes and structures information within digital products and websites, designing navigation systems, taxonomies,…
Interactive Media Designer
Bachelor's Degree in Interactive Media or Design · $95,000
Designs interactive experiences combining motion, video, and user interaction. Creates branching narratives and…
Interactive / Visual Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, Design, or Computer Science; hybrid skills essential · $75,000
Creates interactive digital storytelling experiences combining data visualization, maps, animations, scrollytelling,…
Interior Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $63,490
Plan, design, and furnish the internal space of rooms or buildings. Design interior environments or create physical…
Interpreters and Translators
Bachelor's Degree · $59,440
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
Investigative Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism; Master's or law degree advantageous · $65,000
Conducts in-depth, long-term investigations into corruption, fraud, abuse of power, and systemic issues using document…
Jewelry Designer
Bachelor's degree (Jewelry Design/Metalsmithing) or Apprenticeship · $60,000
Designs jewelry pieces and collections including rings, necklaces, earrings, and watches, combining artistic vision…
Journalism Educator / J-School Professor
Master's in Journalism (professional track) or PhD in Mass Communication/Media Studies · $78,000
Teaches journalism at the university level, combining classroom instruction with active research or professional…
Kennel Assistant
High School Diploma · $32,000
Provide daily care, feeding, and exercise for animals in a kennel or animal shelter environment.
Landscape Designer
Bachelor's degree (Landscape Design/Horticulture) or Associate's + experience · $62,000
Designs outdoor spaces including gardens, parks, plazas, and residential landscapes, creating planting plans, hardscape…
Lead Animator
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Guide and supervise a team of animators to ensure visual style, quality, and consistency across projects, while…
Lighting Artist / Technical Director
Bachelor's Degree in VFX or Computer Science · $80,000
Sets up lighting and rendering for 3D scenes. Manages lighting rigs, shader development, and optimization for…
Lighting Designer
Bachelor's degree (Lighting Design/Architecture/Theatre) · $80,000
Designs lighting systems for architectural, theatrical, retail, hospitality, and residential spaces, combining…
Lighting Technicians
Associate's Degree · $60,560
Set up, maintain, and dismantle light fixtures, lighting control devices, and the associated lighting electrical and…
Live Event Technician
High School Diploma · $50,000
Sets up, operates, and maintains audio, video, lighting, and staging equipment for live events such as concerts,…
Live Truck Operator / ENG Technician
Associate's or Bachelor's in Broadcast Technology or Electronics · $48,000
Operates electronic news gathering equipment and satellite/microwave live trucks to transmit live broadcasts from field…
Livestream Director / Virtual Event Producer
Associate's Degree or Certificate in Broadcasting · $75,000
Directs live streaming events and virtual productions. Manages real-time technical and creative elements.
Livestream Producer / Live Commerce Host
No formal requirement (performance-based) · $55,000
Produces and hosts live streaming content for brands on platforms like TikTok Live, Instagram Live, YouTube Live, and…
Look Development Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Define the overall aesthetic and visual style of characters, environments, and props in animated films, video games, or…
Loss Prevention Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $86,130
Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential…
Managing Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $95,000
Oversees the editorial process from conception to publication, ensuring content quality, adherence to deadlines, and…
Media Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Advises clients on media strategy, content creation, and distribution channels to optimize brand visibility and…
Media Ethics Officer / Standards Editor
Bachelor's in Journalism; law degree or ethics specialization preferred · $85,000
Oversees journalistic standards, ethics compliance, and editorial integrity for a news organization, investigating…
Media Programming Directors
Bachelor's Degree · $70,950
Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in preparation of radio or television station program schedules…
Media Technical Directors/Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $70,950
Coordinate activities of technical departments, such as taping, editing, engineering, and maintenance, to produce radio…
Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers
High School Diploma · $37,350
Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.
Metaverse Creator / Virtual World Designer
Bachelor's Degree in Game Design, 3D Design, or related field · $110,000
Designs and builds immersive virtual environments and experiences for metaverse platforms. Creates interactive 3D…
Mocap Technician
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Set up, operate, and maintain motion capture systems to record movement for films, video games,, and animations, while…
Motion Capture Director
Associate's Degree or Certificate in Motion Capture or Film · $90,000
Directs motion capture sessions and oversees mocap production. Manages actors and technical aspects of capture.
Motion Capture Specialist
Associate's Degree or Certificate in Motion Capture · $68,000
Captures and processes motion data from actors for use in animation and VFX. Operates mocap equipment and cleans…
Motion Capture Technician
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Set up, operate, and maintain motion capture systems to record movement for films, video games, and animations,…
Motion Graphics Designer
Bachelor's degree (Motion Design/Graphic Design/Film) · $82,000
Creates animated graphics, title sequences, explainer videos, social media animations, and broadcast graphics using…
Motion Graphics Director
Bachelor's Degree in Motion Graphics or Design · $110,000
Directs motion graphics teams and oversees motion design production. Develops motion style and ensures visual…
Movement Coach / Physical Theater Practitioner
Master's degree (Physical Theater/Movement; Lecoq/Laban/Viewpoints training) · $52,000
Trains actors and performers in physical expression, body awareness, and movement techniques (Laban, Viewpoints, Lecoq,…
Movement Director
Bachelor's degree · $65,000
Choreographs and guides physical performance for actors, dancers, and performers in theatre, film, and live events,…
Multimedia Designer
Bachelor's degree (Multimedia Design/Graphic Design) · $72,000
Creates content across multiple media formats including graphics, video, animation, and interactive media for…