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 6 of 7 for Media, Arts & Entertainment.
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Retail / Store Designer
Bachelor's degree (Interior Design/Architecture) · $78,000
Designs retail environments, store layouts, and branded commercial spaces that optimize customer flow, merchandise…
Rigging Artist
Bachelor's Degree in Animation or VFX · $76,000
Creates digital skeletons and control systems for 3D characters and objects. Develops rigs that enable animators to…
Rotoscope Artist
Associate's Degree or Certificate in VFX · $55,000
Traces and isolates elements in footage frame-by-frame for VFX work. Creates precise masks and mattes for compositing…
Scenic Designer / Set Designer
Bachelor's degree (Scenic Design/Theater; MFA strongly valued) · $58,000
Designs the physical environment of theatrical productions, creating set designs through models, renderings, and…
Science / Health Journalist
Bachelor's in Journalism + Science background; Master's in Science Communication preferred · $62,000
Covers scientific research, medical breakthroughs, public health issues, and environmental science for general…
Screenwriter
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Craft compelling narratives and dialogue for film, television, and other visual media, transforming ideas into detailed…
Scriptwriter (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree in Writing, Film, or Communications · $75,000
Writes scripts for video, motion, and interactive media. Develops compelling narratives and dialogue for production.
Sculptor
Bachelor's Degree · $55,000
Shapes and combines materials such as clay, metal, stone, or wood to create three-dimensional artworks, often conveying…
Senior Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $105,000
A Senior Producer oversees the entire production process for various media projects, from conception to delivery. They…
Senior Reporter
Bachelor's degree · $75,000
Investigate, write, and report news stories across multiple media outlets, specializing in areas such as politics,…
SEO Journalist / Audience Growth Editor
Bachelor's in Journalism, Digital Marketing, or Communications · $62,000
Combines journalism with search engine optimization to write and optimize news content for discoverability, managing…
Service Designer
Bachelor's degree (Design/Business/HCI) · $115,000
Designs end-to-end service experiences across digital and physical touchpoints, mapping customer journeys, service…
Session Musician / Pit Orchestra Musician
Bachelor's degree (Music Performance; conservatory training) · $52,000
Performs as a hired instrumentalist for recording sessions, Broadway/theater pit orchestras, live shows, and studio…
Set and Exhibit Designers
Bachelor's Degree · $66,280
Design special exhibits and sets for film, video, television, and theater productions. May study scripts, confer with…
Short-Form Video Creator / Content Creator
High School Diploma or Associate's Degree · $65,000
Creates engaging short-form video content for social media and streaming platforms. Manages content production and…
Short-Form Video Producer / Reels & TikTok Specialist
No formal requirement (portfolio-based) · $60,000
Produces short-form video content (TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts) for brands, handling concept ideation,…
Social Media Coordinator / Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Marketing/Communications) · $52,000
Executes day-to-day social media activities including content scheduling, community engagement, basic analytics…
Social Media Copywriter
Bachelor's degree (English/Communications/Marketing) · $58,000
Writes engaging copy for social media posts, captions, ads, and campaigns across platforms, adapting brand voice for…
Social Media News Producer
Bachelor's in Journalism, Digital Media, or Communications · $55,000
Produces and distributes news content specifically for social media platforms, creating platform-native formats…
Sound Editor
Bachelor's Degree · $70,000
Sound editors are responsible for assembling and synchronizing all sound elements to dialogue, music, and sound effects…
Sound Engineering Technicians
High School Diploma · $66,430
Assemble and operate equipment to record, synchronize, mix, edit, or reproduce sound, including music, voices, or sound…
Spatial UI Designer (AR/VR Interfaces)
Bachelor's degree (HCI/3D Design/CS) · $130,000
Designs user interfaces and interaction patterns for augmented reality, virtual reality, and mixed reality…
Special Effects Artists and Animators
Bachelor's Degree · $99,800
Create special effects or animations using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in…
Sports Agent / Talent Agency CEO
Bachelor's degree (JD/MBA common) · $200,000
Leads a sports or talent agency, representing athletes or entertainers in contract negotiations, endorsements, and…
Sports Anchor / Sports Presenter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Broadcasting, or Sports Communication · $58,000
Presents sports news segments on television, anchoring highlight shows, conducting athlete interviews, providing game…
Sports Broadcaster / Commentator
Bachelor's degree (Journalism/Broadcasting/Communications) · $55,000
Provides live play-by-play or color commentary for sporting events across television, radio, and streaming platforms,…
Sports Journalist / Reporter
Bachelor's degree (Journalism/Communications/English) · $52,000
Covers sporting events, teams, and athletes through written articles, video reports, and social media content, breaking…
Sports Photographer
Associate's degree or portfolio-based (Photography/Photojournalism) · $48,000
Captures high-speed action photography at sporting events for media outlets, teams, leagues, and brands, requiring…
Stadium / Arena Operations Manager
Bachelor's degree (Sports Management/Facility Management/Business) · $72,000
Oversees the day-to-day operations of sports venues including event setup, security, concessions, maintenance, crowd…
Staff Reporter
Bachelor's degree · $60,000
Staff Reporters gather facts, conduct interviews, and write news stories for newspapers, magazines, websites,…
Stage Manager
Bachelor's degree (Theater/Stage Management; MFA valued) · $55,000
Coordinates all aspects of theatrical, dance, and live event productions from rehearsal through performance, managing…
Stage / Theatrical Designer
Bachelor's degree (Theatre Design/Scenic Design; MFA valued) · $65,000
Designs sets, scenery, and environments for theatre, opera, dance, and live events, creating immersive worlds that…
Stagehand
High School Diploma or equivalent · $50,000
Stagehands are integral to live performances, theatrical productions, and events, responsible for setting up,…
Stand-Up Comedian / Comedy Writer
No formal degree required · $42,000
Writes and performs original comedic material for live audiences, television, streaming specials, and podcasts,…
Story Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,000
Story Artists translate scripts and ideas into visual narratives through storyboards, helping to plan the visual flow…
Storyboard Artist
Bachelor's degree (Animation/Illustration/Film) · $78,000
Creates sequential visual narratives that plan out scenes for film, animation, advertising, and games, translating…
Storyboard Director
Bachelor's Degree in Film or Illustration · $80,000
Creates detailed storyboards that visualize narrative flow. Bridges conceptual ideas and production execution.
Stunt Performer / Stunt Coordinator
No formal degree required (extensive physical training + stunt-specific skills) · $55,000
Performs dangerous physical action sequences in film, television, and live shows, or coordinates and designs stunt…
Supply Chain Director
Master's degree · $140,000
Oversee and manage all aspects of the company's supply chain, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier…
Sustainability Designer / Circular Design Specialist
Bachelor's degree (Industrial Design/Environmental Science/Sustainability) · $90,000
Integrates sustainability principles into product and service design, applying circular economy frameworks, lifecycle…
Tailor
High School Diploma or Equivalent · $38,000 - $45,000
Creates, alters, repairs, or modifies garments for customers based on their specifications, needs, and preferences.…
Talent Directors
Bachelor's Degree · $70,950
Audition and interview performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in stage, television, radio, or motion…
Talent Manager / Artist Manager
Bachelor's degree (Business/Entertainment Management/Music Business) · $72,000
Guides the career strategy of performing artists, athletes, or entertainers, managing bookings, contract negotiations,…
Technical Director (VFX)
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or VFX · $105,000
Bridges art and technology in VFX production. Develops tools, pipelines, and technical solutions for complex VFX…
Technical Writers
Associate's Degree · $91,670
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist…
Technology Journalist / Tech Reporter
Bachelor's in Journalism, Computer Science, or Technology-related field · $65,000
Covers the technology industry including startups, big tech companies, AI, cybersecurity, and digital culture,…
Textile Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,000
Creates original designs and patterns for fabrics and other textile products, blending artistic vision with technical…
Textile Designer / Surface Pattern Designer
Bachelor's degree (Textile Design/Surface Design/Fine Arts) · $62,000
Creates patterns, prints, and textures for fabrics, wallpaper, ceramics, and other surfaces, combining artistic…
Texture Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $75,000
Create surface details and visual properties for 3D models, characters, and environments in video games, films, and…
Theater Director / Artistic Director
Bachelor's degree (Theater; MFA strongly preferred) · $78,000
Interprets scripts and leads the creative vision of theatrical productions, directing actors, collaborating with…