Music Audio Engineer
Shape how a record actually sounds.
$52,600/yrCertificate or Associate degree | Bachelor's degree in related field | Master's or adva…↗ Steady
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Music Producer
Music Producers oversee the creation and recording of music.
Typical pay
$58,000/yr
Education
Training programs/workshops | Associate/Bachelor's in Performing Arts (optional) | Port…
Outlook
↗ Steady
Why this matters in Music
Every song is engineered and produced by someone.
What you’d actually do
Guide recording sessions, select and arrange musical elements, operate studio equipment and DAW software, mix and master tracks, collaborate with artists on creative direction, manage session schedules, and provide artistic feedback.
What can I do right now?
- School performances, Community theater, Music competitions, Dance recitals
Related careers
Audio and video technicians
Good fit if you …like learning by doing (projects).
$54,830/yrPortfolio/reel + project experience | Certificate/Associate in Media Production (common…↗ Steady
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