Best Arts and Entertainment Jobs

The following is a list of positions that may appeal to those who are interested in pursuing a career in the arts and entertainment industry. They span from jobs with companies and organizations to positions that typically require freelance work or self-employment. Not only are artistic ability and creativity important to all of these positions, but also discipline and perseverance, in order to become a stronger artist and continue to receive work and projects.Read MoreRead Less

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Jobs span specializations in a variety of media from craft materials to computers to one’s own body, all requiring different skill sets. These positions also usually collaborative, involving work with other artists in their fields, as well as clients, supervisors, directors, businesses, and many other individuals for whom they’re creating a project or product. These job descriptions are also accompanied by data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics such as education requirements, median salary, and projected growth.

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Best Highest Paying Arts & Entertainment Jobs

The following jobs are considered high-paying positions in the field of arts and entertainment, and all require a bachelor’s level education, typically with a degree in their field of work. These positions are generally very collaborative, often working closely with others in their same profession. They feature a median pay between $67,000 and $93,000 as well as a projected growth rate of 3-12%.

Best Entry Level Arts & Entertainment Jobs

The following jobs are considered entry-level arts and entertainment positions, and do not require a specific degree, though training and education in a specific field is often pursued to be successful. Artistic ability is a strong factor in each of these positions, but so are discipline, persistence, and dedication. These jobs have an annual median pay between $32,000 and $56,000, and a projected growth rate of -6-6%.

Best Arts & Entertainment Office Jobs

The following arts and entertainment jobs feature work that is primarily in an office setting, either for a specific company or organization, or as a freelance or self-employed artist. They feature a median pay between $48,000 and $62,000, and a projected growth rate of 4-13%.

References

Craft and Fine Artists. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/craft-and-fine-artists.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Musicians and Singers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/musicians-and-singers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Dancers and Choreographers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/dancers-and-choreographers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Photographers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/photographers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Art Directors. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/art-directors.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Multimedia Artists and Animators. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/multimedia-artists-and-animators.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Producers and Directors. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/producers-and-directors.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Fashion Designers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/fashion-designers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Writers and Authors. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/writers-and-authors.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Film and Video Editors. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/film-and-video-editors-and-camera-operators.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Music Directors and Composers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/entertainment-and-sports/music-directors-and-composers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.
Graphic Designers. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/graphic-designers.htm. Accessed January 28, 2018.