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 5 of 7 for Media, Arts & Entertainment.
331 careers in Media, Arts & Entertainment, page 5 of 7
Multimedia Journalist (MoJo)
Bachelor's in Journalism, Multimedia, or Broadcasting · $48,000
Operates as a one-person news crew, shooting video, recording audio, writing copy, editing packages, and publishing…
Museum Curator
Master's Degree · $65,000
Preserves and interprets cultural artifacts, managing collections and developing exhibitions to educate the public.
Music Directors and Composers
Master's Degree · $63,670
Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras,…
Music Producer (Recording Studio)
No formal degree required (audio engineering/music production training valued) · $65,000
Oversees the creative and technical aspects of recording music, guiding artists through the recording process,…
Musical Theater Performer
Bachelor's degree (Musical Theater/BFA; conservatory training) · $48,000
Performs in musical theater productions combining acting, singing, and dancing, auditioning for and performing roles in…
Musicians and Singers
Bachelor's Degree · $45,000
Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.
Narrative Designer
Bachelor's Degree in Film, Writing, or Game Design · $90,000
Develops narrative structure and story elements for interactive and motion media. Creates compelling story arcs and…
News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists
Bachelor's Degree · $60,280
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as…
News Videographer / Video Journalist (VJ)
Bachelor's in Broadcasting, Film Production, or Journalism · $50,000
Shoots and edits video news content for television, web, and social platforms, operating as a visual storyteller who…
Newsletter Writer / Substack Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, Writing, or subject-matter expertise · $55,000
Writes and publishes independent or branded email newsletters covering niche topics, building subscriber audiences…
Newspaper Editor-in-Chief / Managing Editor
Bachelor's in Journalism or Communications; Master's preferred for major outlets · $85,000
Leads editorial operations of a newspaper or news publication, setting editorial direction, managing staff, overseeing…
Newspaper Reporter / Staff Writer
Bachelor's in Journalism, Communications, or English · $48,000
Researches, interviews sources, and writes news stories on deadline for daily or weekly newspapers, covering beats such…
Newsroom Director / News Director
Bachelor's in Journalism or Broadcasting; MBA advantageous · $105,000
Leads all editorial and operational aspects of a television or radio newsroom, setting news strategy, managing budgets,…
Novelist
Bachelor's degree · $65,000
Novelists create original works of fiction, developing characters, plots, and settings. They conduct research, write,…
Opera Singer (Professional)
Master's degree (Vocal Performance/Opera; DMA optional) · $62,000
Performs principal or ensemble roles in opera productions, requiring exceptional classical vocal technique, dramatic…
Packaging Designer
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Industrial Design) · $75,000
Designs product packaging including structural design, graphics, typography, and materials selection for consumer…
Photo Assistant
High School Diploma · $40,000
Assists photographers on shoots, managing equipment, lighting, and logistics to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
Photo Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Photo editors select, edit, and prepare photographs for publication in various media, ensuring visual quality and…
Photographers
Some College · $42,520
Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's…
Photojournalist
Bachelor's in Photojournalism, Photography, or Journalism · $48,000
Captures news events, human stories, and documentary subjects through still photography, working on assignment or…
Playwright / Librettist
Bachelor's degree (Playwriting/English/Theater; MFA strongly valued) · $52,000
Writes original plays, musicals, or opera libretti for theatrical production, developing dramatic narratives, dialogue,…
Podcast Producer / Network Director
Associate's Degree · $83,480
Manages the production, monetization, and distribution of professional audio content and podcast networks.
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Bachelor's Degree · $45,680
Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.
Political Correspondent / Political Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Political Science, or Law · $62,000
Covers government, elections, policy debates, and political campaigns for news outlets, analyzing legislative…
Press Freedom Advocate / Media Rights Officer
Bachelor's in Journalism, Law, International Relations, or Human Rights; Master's preferred · $72,000
Advocates for press freedom, journalist safety, and media rights through legal support, policy lobbying, safety…
Procedural Animation Specialist
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Animation · $125,000
Develops procedural animation systems and algorithms. Creates automated animation solutions for complex scenes.
Producers and Directors
Bachelor's Degree · $83,480
Produce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction.…
Product Designer (Senior)
Bachelor's degree (Design/HCI) · $135,000
Owns end-to-end design for digital products, combining UX research, interaction design, and visual design to ship…
Production Assistant
High School Diploma · $55,000
Facilitates daily operations and logistics for film, television, or event productions, ensuring smooth execution of…
Production Assistant (VFX)
Bachelor's Degree · $39,233
Supports VFX Producers and Coordinators with administrative tasks, collates job applications and contracts, researches…
Production Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Designs the visual concept for film, television, or theatre productions by establishing styles for sets, locations,…
Production Designer (Film/TV)
Bachelor's Degree · $85,000
Production Designers are responsible for the visual concept of a film, television, or stage production. They create the…
Professional Dancer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $45,000
Professional dancers perform in various settings, including theatrical productions, music videos, and live events. They…
Program Director
Master's degree · $130,000
Program Directors oversee and coordinate multiple projects within a program, ensuring alignment with organizational…
Project Manager (Creative)
Bachelor's Degree · $90,000
Manage creative projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to budget, and alignment…
Props Master / Props Designer
Bachelor's degree preferred (Theater/Fine Arts/Sculpture) · $48,000
Sources, builds, and manages all properties (hand props, set dressing, furniture) for theatrical and film productions,…
Public Relations Specialists
Bachelor's Degree · $69,780
Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for…
Publication / Editorial Designer
Bachelor's degree (Graphic Design/Visual Communication) · $72,000
Designs layouts for magazines, books, newspapers, annual reports, and digital publications, combining typography,…
Puppeteer / Puppet Designer
No formal degree required (puppet-specific training/apprenticeship) · $42,000
Creates and performs with puppets for theater, television, film, and educational programming, designing and building…
Racing Driver / Professional Motorsport Athlete
No formal degree required (racing licenses from FIA/SCCA/NASCAR) · $55,000
Competes professionally in motorsport disciplines including Formula racing, NASCAR, IndyCar, rally, or endurance…
Radio Announcer
Associate's Degree · $45,000
Presents music, news, and discussions on radio. Engages with listeners, conducts interviews, and operates broadcasting…
Radio News Anchor / Newsreader
Bachelor's in Journalism or Broadcasting · $42,000
Reads news bulletins on radio, delivering scripted and breaking news with clarity and authority, often anchoring hourly…
Radio News Reporter / Radio Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Communications · $45,000
Reports news stories for radio broadcast, gathering audio interviews, writing scripts for spoken delivery, and filing…
Radio Producer
Bachelor's in Broadcasting, Journalism, or Media Production · $48,000
Produces radio programs by booking guests, researching topics, writing scripts, managing audio elements, screening…
Radio Station Manager / Program Director
Bachelor's in Broadcasting, Business, or Communications · $78,000
Manages overall operations of a radio station including programming strategy, on-air talent, advertising sales…
Radio Talk Show Host / Drive-Time Presenter
Bachelor's in Broadcasting, Communications, or related field · $55,000
Hosts live radio programs featuring interviews, audience call-ins, commentary, and discussion on news, politics,…
Real-Time Rendering Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Graphics Programming or Computer Science · $115,000
Creates real-time graphics and rendering solutions for interactive media. Optimizes 3D assets for real-time performance.
Regional Director of Operations
Bachelor's Degree · $130,000
Oversee regional operational activities by leading strategic planning, managing budgets, optimizing processes, ensuring…
Regulatory Affairs Managers
Bachelor's Degree · $86,130
Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard…
Rendering Specialist / Render Wrangler
Associate's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $68,000
Manages render farm operations and optimizes rendering pipelines. Troubleshoots rendering issues and ensures efficient…