Music

What careers are open to me if I pursue a passion for Music?

Musicians are just one of the many roles within the Music industry. This creative and highly competitive sector needs more than instruments and performers, so there are multiple paths you can take to be part of it.

If you're looking for a career that allows you to surround yourself with music, some of the lesser-known avenues are included below (for more information on where studying Music could take you in the future, please do visit the Music page of the Unifrog Careers site, videos from which I have included opposite to pique your interest).

1). Video and sound engineers:

Video and sound engineers have one of the highest-paying jobs in the music industry. In this role, you're responsible for mapping the sound and voice effects for video games. Equally lucrative positions within this niche include recording and score composers. All of these jobs have a hand in the overall sound and feel of the game. Video and sound engineers are also useful in television and film production.

2. Recording engineers:

Recording engineers record, edit, and mix sound for artists or music companies. They manage the artistic and technical aspects of the recording session. They typically work with or as music producers, movie sound editors, musical composers or song arrangers. They can also work for television or concert production companies.

3. Music director/conductor:

Music directors or conductors are responsible for leading orchestras and choirs. They select and arrange music for their performers, and lead rehearsals and performances. Music directors typically lead school bands, church choirs, youth orchestras and performance companies, and some even work for television or radio companies.

4. Music teacher:

As a music teacher, you can share your skills with musically inclined students. This is an incredible way to give back to your community, help students develop their talents and teach them the fundamentals of music. Schools or academies are ideal settings, or you can hold your own classes and programs. Whether you specialize in teaching a specific instrument or want to teach music generals, you'll likely find joy in sharing your expertise with others.

5. Music journalist:

If you prefer to remain behind the scenes, music journalism may be your answer. Writing for a music magazine like Rolling Stone or Billboard, you can cover concerts, profile artists and review new albums. Even if you're just freelancing or working for a small, local outlet and producing content about your local music scene, your writing could influence many readers to get more involved in music.