100 Careers in the Music Industry (That Don’t Involve Performing!)
Love music but don’t see yourself as someone who wants to stand up in the spotlight?
Well, have no fear. There is a HUGE team that goes into every single project and show that you go to. Check out this list of 100 Careers in the Music Industry that don’t require you to perform… AND their average salaries!
It's important to note that salaries can vary widely based on factors such as experience, location, industry segment, and education. The figures provided are approximate averages and can change over time.
Music Producer - $55,000 to $100,000+
Audio Engineer - $40,000 to $80,000
Recording Engineer - $45,000 to $75,000
Mixing Engineer - $50,000 to $90,000
Mastering Engineer - $60,000 to $100,000+
Composer for Film/TV - $50,000 to $100,000+
Arranger - $40,000 to $80,000
Orchestrator - $45,000 to $80,000
Music Teacher - $30,000 to $70,000
Music Education Consultant - $50,000 to $80,000
Music Curriculum Developer - $60,000 to $90,000
Artist Manager - $50,000 to $100,000+
Talent Agent - $40,000 to $80,000+
Concert Promoter - $40,000 to $80,000+
A&R Representative - $40,000 to $80,000
Sound Designer for Film/TV - $60,000 to $100,000+
Foley Artist - $40,000 to $80,000
Audio Post-Production Specialist - $50,000 to $90,000
Music Publisher - $50,000 to $90,000
Copyright Administrator - $40,000 to $70,000
Licensing Specialist - $50,000 to $80,000
Software Developer for Music Technology - $70,000 to $120,000+
Music App Developer - $60,000 to $100,000+
Audio Software Tester - $40,000 to $80,000
Concert/Event Manager - $50,000 to $90,000
Tour Manager - $40,000 to $80,000
Stage Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Publicist - $45,000 to $80,000
Marketing Coordinator for Record Labels - $45,000 to $80,000
Social Media Manager for Musicians - $45,000 to $80,000
Music Journalist - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Blogger - $30,000 to $60,000
Music Critic - $40,000 to $70,000
Entertainment Lawyer - $80,000 to $150,000+
Copyright Specialist - $50,000 to $80,000
Instrument Maker/Luthier - $40,000 to $80,000
Instrument Repair Technician - $30,000 to $60,000
Music Therapist - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Therapy Coordinator - $50,000 to $80,000
Radio DJ - $30,000 to $60,000
Music Director - $40,000 to $70,000
Producer for Music Programs - $50,000 to $90,000
Merchandise Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Product Designer for Music Merchandise - $50,000 to $80,000
Concert Venue Manager - $50,000 to $90,000
Ticket Sales Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Festival Organizer - $50,000 to $90,000
Talent Scout - $40,000 to $70,000
Tour Booking Agent - $40,000 to $70,000
Entertainment Accountant - $60,000 to $100,000+
Music Store Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Equipment Rental Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Studio Manager - $50,000 to $90,000
Music Photographer - $30,000 to $60,000
Concert Lighting Technician - $40,000 to $70,000
Tour Bus Driver - $30,000 to $50,000
Roadie/Stagehand - $30,000 to $50,000
Music Equipment Technician - $30,000 to $60,000
Music Venue Security - $30,000 to $50,000
Event Security Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Retail Sales Associate - $25,000 to $40,000
Record Store Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Streaming Services Curator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Data Analyst - $50,000 to $80,000
Royalty Analyst - $50,000 to $80,000
Music App Tester - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Archivist - $40,000 to $70,000
Concert Ticketing Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Live Stream Production Technician - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Video Director - $50,000 to $90,000
Set Designer for Music Videos - $40,000 to $70,000
Film Scorer - $50,000 to $90,000
Foley Mixer - $40,000 to $70,000
Concert Merchandise Sales Representative - $40,000 to $70,000
Talent Development Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Production Assistant for Music Videos - $30,000 to $50,000
Music Event Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
VIP Experience Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Event Marketing Specialist - $40,000 to $70,000
Studio Booking Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Copyright Lawyer - $80,000 to $150,000+
Digital Content Creator for Musicians - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Event Sponsorship Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Biographer - $40,000 to $70,000
Archivist for Music Collections - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Equipment Sales Representative - $40,000 to $70,000
Live Sound Technician - $40,000 to $70,000
Audio Installation Technician - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Software Trainer - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Licensing Coordinator for TV/Film - $40,000 to $70,000
Concert Ticket Resale Platform Manager - $40,000 to $70,000
Music App User Experience (UX) Designer - $60,000 to $100,000+
Music Venue Maintenance Staff - $30,000 to $50,000
Music Nonprofit Fundraiser - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Product Tester - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Brand Ambassador - $40,000 to $70,000
Talent Coordinator for Music Competitions - $40,000 to $70,000
Concert Hospitality Coordinator - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Catalog Specialist - $40,000 to $70,000
Music Metadata Specialist - $40,000 to $70,000