Entertainment and Sports Occupations
Employment of entertainment and sports occupations is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment is projected to increase by about 79,600. Strong demand from the public for more movies and television shows, as well as the increasing popularity of sports, will contribute to job growth for the entertainment and sports occupations.
The median annual wage for entertainment and sports occupations was $42,010 in May 2017, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $37,690.
| OCCUPATION | JOB SUMMARY | ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATION  |
2017 MEDIAN PAY |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Actors |
Actors express ideas and portray characters in theater, film, television, and other performing arts media. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience. |
Some college, no degree | The annual wage is not available. |
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Athletes and Sports Competitors |
Athletes and sports competitors participate in organized, officiated sporting events to entertain spectators. |
No formal educational credential | $51,370 |
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Coaches and Scouts |
Coaches teach amateur or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts look for new players and evaluate their skills and likelihood for success at the college, amateur, or professional level. Many coaches also are involved in scouting. |
Bachelor's degree | $32,270 |
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Dancers and Choreographers |
Dancers and choreographers use dance performances to express ideas and stories. There are many types of dance, such as ballet, tango, modern dance, tap, and jazz. |
See How to Become One | The annual wage is not available. |
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Music Directors and Composers |
Music directors, also called conductors, lead orchestras and other musical groups during performances and recording sessions. Composers write and arrange original music in a variety of musical styles. |
Bachelor's degree | $50,590 |
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Musicians and Singers |
Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences and in recording studios. |
No formal educational credential | The annual wage is not available. |
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Producers and Directors |
Producers and directors create motion pictures, television shows, live theater, commercials, and other performing arts productions. They interpret a writer’s script to entertain or inform an audience. |
Bachelor's degree | $71,620 |
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Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials |
Umpires, referees, and other sports officials preside over competitive athletic or sporting events to help maintain standards of play. They detect infractions and decide penalties according to the rules of the game. |
High school diploma or equivalent | $26,800 |
Last Modified Date: Friday, April 13, 2018
