Careers in media, arts, and entertainment
Two hundred and twenty-seven 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 2 of 5 for Media, Arts & Entertainment.
227 careers in Media, Arts & Entertainment, page 2 of 5
Cosmetologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $35,790
Transforms clients' appearance through hair, skin, and nail care services. Applies artistic and technical skills to…
Costume Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $80,960
Designs costumes for film, television, theatre, and live events, researching periods and characters, creating sketches,…
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $72,420
Court reporters capture spoken words as verbatim text in real time, working in courtrooms and broadcast booths for…
Creative Director (Video/Motion)
Bachelor's Degree · $114,850
Leads creative vision for video and motion projects. Develops concepts, directs creative teams, and ensures artistic…
Creative Producer
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Manages creative projects from concept to completion. Balances creative vision with production logistics and budgets.
Creative Strategist
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Develops creative strategies that connect brand positioning, audience insights, and cultural trends to guide creative…
Crime / Court Reporter
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Covers criminal justice, court proceedings, law enforcement, and crime stories for news outlets, attending trials,…
Cultural Policy Analyst
Master's Degree · $142,080
Analyzes and develops policies related to arts, culture, and heritage, advising governments and organizations on…
Data Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Data journalists combine journalistic skills with data analysis to uncover stories, visualize information, and present…
Data Visualization Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $62,960
Transforms complex data into clear, compelling visual narratives through charts, infographics, interactive dashboards,…
Design Engineer (Frontend + Design)
Bachelor's Degree · $92,650
Combines design skills with frontend engineering to build production-quality interfaces, bridging the gap between…
Design Researcher / Design Strategist
Master's Degree · $78,760
Conducts strategic design research combining ethnography, market analysis, and design thinking to inform product…
DesignOps Manager
Bachelor's Degree · $102,320
Manages the operations of design teams including tooling, workflows, processes, hiring, budgets, and cross-functional…
Director (Commercial/Music Video)
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Directs commercials, music videos, and short-form content. Develops creative concepts and leads production teams.
Director of Photography (Commercial)
Bachelor's Degree · $74,990
Directs cinematography for commercials and advertising. Manages lighting and camera work for commercial productions.
Director of Program Management
Master's Degree · $141,900
Leads and oversees multiple complex programs within an organization, ensuring strategic alignment, successful…
Director of Research
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $167,220
Leads and oversees research initiatives, sets strategic direction for research projects, manages research teams, and…
DJ / Electronic Music Producer
No Formal Education Needed · $44,950
Performs live DJ sets at clubs, festivals, and events, and produces original electronic music tracks, remixes, and…
Documentary Filmmaker (News / Current Affairs)
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Produces long-form documentary films and series focused on news, current affairs, and social issues for broadcast…
Environmental Graphics / Signage Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $62,960
Designs wayfinding systems, signage, environmental graphics, and branded spatial experiences for buildings, campuses,…
Esports Team Manager / Director
Associate's Degree · $79,520
An esports team manager handles contracts, sponsor deals, and tournament logistics for a professional gaming…
Exhibit Fabricator
Certificate or Vocational Training · $75,240
Constructs and installs custom exhibits, displays, and interactive installations for museums, trade shows, and…
Exhibition / Museum Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $51,440
Designs immersive exhibition spaces, museum displays, and visitor experiences, combining spatial design, storytelling,…
Fact-Checker / Verification Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Verifies claims, statements, and information in news stories and public discourse using rigorous research methods,…
Fashion Tech Designer (Wearables)
Bachelor's Degree · $80,960
Designs wearable technology products and smart textiles that integrate electronics, sensors, and connectivity into…
Features Writer / Longform Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $76,910
Writes in-depth feature articles, profiles, and narrative journalism pieces that go beyond daily news to explore human…
Film Director
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
Directs the artistic and dramatic aspects of a film, guiding the cast and crew in the realization of their creative…
Fine Artist
No Formal Education Needed · $55,490
Conceives and creates original works of art using various mediums and techniques, expressing ideas, emotions, or…
First Assistant Camera (1st AC)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $74,990
Manages and maintains camera equipment, ensuring focus and proper exposure during filming. Collaborates closely with…
Food / Travel Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Writes about food, restaurants, travel destinations, and culinary culture for publications and digital platforms,…
Footwear Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $80,960
Designs shoes and footwear products for athletic, fashion, and functional markets, creating concepts, technical…
Foreign Correspondent / War Correspondent
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Reports from overseas locations on international affairs, conflicts, humanitarian crises, and geopolitical events for…
Game Engine Specialist (Unreal/Unity)
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Specializes in game engine development for motion and interactive media. Optimizes engine performance and develops…
Game UI/UX Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,000
Designs user interfaces and user experiences specifically for video games, including HUDs, menus, inventory systems,…
Generative Media Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Uses generative AI and procedural techniques to create visual content. Develops AI-generated assets and effects.
Influencer / Professional Content Creator (Self-Employed)
No Formal Education Needed · $48,470
Builds and monetizes a personal brand across social platforms through sponsored content, brand partnerships,…
Information Architect
Bachelor's Degree · $104,000
Organizes and structures information within digital products and websites, designing navigation systems, taxonomies,…
Interactive Media Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $104,000
Designs interactive experiences combining motion, video, and user interaction. Creates branching narratives and…
Investigative Journalist
Bachelor's Degree · $62,200
Conducts in-depth, long-term investigations into corruption, fraud, abuse of power, and systemic issues using document…
Kennel Assistant
High School Diploma · $35,360
Provide daily care, feeding, and exercise for animals in a kennel or animal shelter environment.
Landscape Designer
Associate's Degree · $79,870
Designs outdoor spaces including gardens, parks, plazas, and residential landscapes, creating planting plans, hardscape…
Lead Animator
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Guide and supervise a team of animators to ensure visual style, quality, and consistency across projects, while…
Lighting Artist / Technical Director
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Sets up lighting and rendering for 3D scenes. Manages lighting rigs, shader development, and optimization for…
Lighting Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $67,190
Designs lighting systems for architectural, theatrical, retail, hospitality, and residential spaces, combining…
Lighting Technician
Associate's Degree · $68,060
Lighting technicians rig fixtures, run cable, and program consoles for theatre, film, and live events. They work from a…
Live Truck Operator / ENG Technician
Associate's Degree · $59,570
Operates electronic news gathering equipment and satellite/microwave live trucks to transmit live broadcasts from field…
Livestream Director / Virtual Event Producer
Associate's Degree · $90,360
Directs live streaming events and virtual productions. Manages real-time technical and creative elements.
Media Programming Director
Bachelor's Degree · $90,360
A media programming director builds and manages broadcast schedules for radio or television stations, coordinating…
Motion Capture Specialist
Associate's Degree · $102,030
Captures and processes motion data from actors for use in animation and VFX. Operates mocap equipment and cleans…
Motion Graphics Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Creates animated graphics, title sequences, explainer videos, social media animations, and broadcast graphics using…