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Music Composers and Arrangers
Job Information
Write and transcribe musical scores.
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- Part-time schedules—typically at night and on weekends—intermittent unemployment, and rejection when auditioning for work are common; many musicians and singers supplement their income with earnings from other sources.
- Aspiring musicians and singers begin studying an instrument or training their voice at an early age.
- Competition for jobs, especially full-time jobs, is keen; talented individuals who can play several instruments and perform a wide range of musical styles should enjoy the best job prospects.
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Personality | I'm creative |
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Salary | $47,410/yr ($23.71/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | Some college, no degree |