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Top Creative & Media Careers
The 25 highest-paying careers in arts, design, entertainment, sports, and media based on BLS data.
25
Careers
$76,774
Avg Salary
+2.4%
Avg Growth
Bachelor's Degree
Most Common Ed.
1
Art Directors
Bachelor's Degree
$111,040+4.2%
2
Special Effects Artists and Animators
Bachelor's Degree
$99,800+1.6%
3
Technical Writers
Associate's Degree
$91,670+0.9%
4
Musicians and Singers
Bachelor's Degree
$88,296+1.1%
5
Media Programming Directors
Bachelor's Degree
$83,480+4.9%
6
Media Technical Directors/Managers
Bachelor's Degree
$83,480+4.9%
7
Producers and Directors
Bachelor's Degree
$83,480+4.9%
8
Talent Directors
Bachelor's Degree
$83,480+4.9%
9
Fashion Designers
Bachelor's Degree
$80,690+2%
10
Commercial and Industrial Designers
Bachelor's Degree
$79,450+3.2%
12
Artists and Related Workers, All Other
No formal educational credential
$72,760+0.8%
13
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Bachelor's Degree
$72,270+3.6%
14
Writers and Authors
Bachelor's Degree
$72,270+3.6%
15
Media and Communication Workers, All Other
High school diploma or equivalent
$71,770+2.7%
16
Film and Video Editors
Bachelor's Degree
$70,980+4%
17
Public Relations Specialists
Bachelor's Degree
$69,780+4.8%
18
Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film
Associate's Degree
$68,810+1.2%
19
Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners
Some College
$67,310-0.3%
20
Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other
High school diploma or equivalent
$67,190+0.6%
21
Sound Engineering Technicians
High School Diploma
$66,430-1.7%
22
Set and Exhibit Designers
Bachelor's Degree
$66,280+2.3%
23
Designers, All Other
Bachelor's degree
$66,220+2%
24
Music Directors and Composers
Master's Degree
$63,670-0.3%
25
Interior Designers
Bachelor's Degree
$63,490+3.2%
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree16 of 25
Associate's Degree2 of 25
High school diploma or equivalent2 of 25
No formal educational credential1 of 25
Some College1 of 25
High School Diploma1 of 25
Bachelor's degree1 of 25
Master's Degree1 of 25
Compare Careers in This Guide
Art Directors vs Special Effects Artists and AnimatorsArt Directors vs Technical WritersSpecial Effects Artists and Animators vs Technical WritersSpecial Effects Artists and Animators vs Musicians and SingersTechnical Writers vs Musicians and SingersTechnical Writers vs Media Programming DirectorsMusicians and Singers vs Media Programming DirectorsMusicians and Singers vs Media Technical Directors/ManagersMedia Programming Directors vs Media Technical Directors/ManagersMedia Programming Directors vs Producers and DirectorsMedia Technical Directors/Managers vs Producers and DirectorsMedia Technical Directors/Managers vs Talent Directors
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How many careers are in the Top Creative & Media Careers guide?
- This guide covers 25 occupations, including Art Directors, Special Effects Artists and Animators, Technical Writers, and 22 more.
- What is the salary range for careers in this guide?
- Salaries range from $63,490 (Interior Designers) to $111,040 (Art Directors) median annual wage, based on BLS data.
- What education is typically needed for these careers?
- The most common entry-level requirement is a Bachelor's Degree (16 of 25 careers). Education requirements vary across the guide.
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