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Musicians and Singers

Median Salary
N/A
Job Outlook
+8%

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.

What sectors do they work in?

Self-employed

50%

Private not for profit

31%

Private for profit

15%

State and local government

3%

Federal Government

0%

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What is the job outlook?

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

10%

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Median
90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    29%

  • Less than high school

    19%

  • Master's degree

    17%

  • High school

    12%

  • Doctoral degree

    9%

  • Some college

    8%

  • Post-doctoral training

    3%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Music, General
  • Musical Theatre
  • Music Performance, General
  • Music, Other
  • Music Pedagogy
  • Voice and Opera
  • Keyboard Instruments
  • Jazz/Jazz Studies
  • Stringed Instruments
  • Percussion Instruments
  • Brass Instruments
  • Woodwind Instruments

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Math and Science Skills

    Low

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Low

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Low

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Fine Arts
  • English Language
  • Education and Training
  • Philosophy and Theology
  • Communications and Media

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Level Of Competition

    High

  • Time Pressure

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Repetitiveness

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Artistic

You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.

Enterprising

You love taking risks in business or personal projects — and have the leadership skills to back it up.

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