Description
Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs; or create original works of music.
Interests
- Artistic
- Enterprising
Work Values
- Achievement
- Independence
- Recognition
Work Styles
- Dependability
- Integrity
- Attention to Detail
- Initiative
- Cooperation
Tasks
- Use gestures to shape the music being played, communicating desired tempo, phrasing, tone, color, pitch, volume, and other performance aspects.
- Direct groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Study scores to learn the music in detail, and to develop interpretations.
- Apply elements of music theory to create musical and tonal structures, including harmonies and melodies.
- Consider such factors as ensemble size and abilities, availability of scores, and the need for musical variety, to select music to be performed.
Work Activities
- Thinking Creatively
- Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
- Getting Information
- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
- Scheduling Work and Activities
Detailed Work Activities
- Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
- Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
- Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
- Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
- Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
- Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
- Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Technology Skills
- Presentation software
- Music or sound editing software
- Spreadsheet software
- Electronic mail software
- Desktop publishing software
Abilities
- Hearing Sensitivity
- Fluency of Ideas
- Information Ordering
- Originality
- Written Comprehension
Skills
- Active Listening
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Reading Comprehension
Knowledge
- Fine Arts
- English Language
- Education and Training
- Computers and Electronics
- Customer and Personal Service
Most Common Education Level
The “Most Common Education Level” refers to the level of education held by the majority of workers in a given occupation. For example, if the highest percentage of workers in a role have an Associate’s Degree, that suggests this is the typical educational requirement. Knowing this helps you plan how many years of education you may need to pursue that career.
Certificates
Certificate name
Avid Certified User: Media ComposerCertifying Organization
Avid Technology, Inc.
Type
Product/Equipment
Certificate name
Avid Certified Professional: Media ComposerCertifying Organization
Avid Technology, Inc.
Type
Advanced
Income Percentile
The income percentiles show how earnings are distributed within a profession. The 10th percentile means that 10% of workers earned less than that amount. The median (50th percentile) indicates that half of workers earned more, and half earned less. The 90th percentile reflects what the top 10% of earners in the field make.
| Income Percentile | Annual Income |
|---|---|
| Low (10%) | $48,398 |
| Median (50%) | $62,237 |
| High (90%) | $89,173 |
Income by Experience
This table shows how income typically grows with experience—from entry level (0–2 years), to mid-level (3–5 years), to senior level (6–8 years), to expert level (8+ years).
| Experience | Income |
|---|---|
Entry Level  | $55,649 |
| Mid Level | $64,763 |
| Senior Level | $96,698 |
| Expert Level | $167,492 |
Employability
There are currently 50,300 jobs in this career path. Over the next 10 years, that number is expected to increase to 51,600 positions, reflecting a projected growth of 3%.
The Projected Job Growth figure refers to the expected increase or decrease in employment within a specific career field over a certain period of time.
Projected Job Growth of 3%
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