Audio/Visual Technology, & Communications Cluster Arts, Audio/Visual Technology, & Communications Cluster

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Advertising Manager Create interest in a product or service in order to get people to buy it College (4 years) Good speaking and listening skills to communicate creative ideas; Work well with others to stay organized and make decisions about advertisements Average $96,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Present music, news, sports, or weather, on radio, TV, or at events Announcer Present music, news, sports, or weather, on radio, TV, or at events High school diploma or College (4 years) Use good public speaking, writing, and research skills to plan shows and interview guests; Show persistence in getting a job; Use computer skills to run all equipment needed in announcing Average $31,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Compete in organized events to entertain fans High school diploma Athlete Compete in organized events to entertain fans High school diploma Be physically strong and fit and have good hand-eye coordination; Be focused and make quick decisions; Work well with teammates Average $44,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Author or Writer Write advertisements, books, songs, blogs, magazine articles, movie or TV scripts, or online content College (4 years) Think critically about new ideas and be creative in using writing skills; Persevere when work is rejected; Adapt to new technology Average $60,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Choreographer and Dancer Create and dance performances to share ideas or tell stories Training and experience; College (4 years) Be physically strong and fit to persevere through lots of practice; Work well with others in dance; Be creative in routines Average $33,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Look for new athletes and train and teach them to be better players Coach and Talent Scout Look for new athletes and train and teach them to be better players College (4 years) Use strong leadership and communication skills to acquire and motivate athletes; Show dedication to sports and resourcefulness in creating strategies for play Average $31,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Review and revise authors’ works for publication College (4 years) Editor Review and revise authors’ works for publication College (4 years) Use excellent writing skills to correct works; Use good judgment in deciding which writing to publish; Work well with other writers Average $56,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Create original clothing, accessories, and footwear College (4 years) Fashion Designer Create original clothing, accessories, and footwear College (4 years) Use artistic and creative ideas to design; Work well with others to get design sold; Have an eye for details; Use new technologies to sew and make fashion Average $64,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Change images or film to entertain or inform an audience Film and Video Editor Change images or film to entertain or inform an audience College (4 years) Use great communication with producer and director; Have good hand-eye coordination when using cameras; Use computer skills to edit with sophisticated computer software Average $49,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Film Producer and Director Create movies, TV shows, plays, musicals, commercials, etc. College (4 years) Be a leader to director actors and supervise crew; Use creativity to interpret script; Manage time and budget effectively; Use good communication to finish projects on time Average $69,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Graphic Designer Combine art and technology to create designs for products, logos, and websites College (4 years) Use computer, artistic, and communication skills to design what client wants; Use time management skills; Work well with others Average $47,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Develop concepts for products like cars, toys, and home appliances Industrial Designer Develop concepts for products like cars, toys, and home appliances College (4 years) Use computer, artistic, and communication skills to design what client wants; Use problem-solving and mechanical skills to engineer different sizes, shapes, and costs for projects Average $67,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful College (4 years) Interior Designer Make interior spaces functional, safe, and beautiful College (4 years) Use artistic and creative abilities to design what client wants; Use math to measure spaces for fit; Be good a problem-solving space issues and visualizing the overall project Average $49,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Play instruments and/or sing for concerts or recording studios Musician and Singer Play instruments and/or sing for concerts or recording studios Training or College (4 years) Have musical talent; Ability to work well with others to promote career; Show dedication to your art, if rejected after auditions; Be flexible in changing schedule or when on tour Average $49,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Use photography techniques to produce or preserve images for clients Photographer Use photography techniques to produce or preserve images for clients Technical school or College (4 years) Use “good eye” for colors, shadows, shades, light, and distance from subjects; Work well with clients; Use computer and business skills for success Average $31,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Inform the public about news and events College (4 years) Reporter Inform the public about news and events College (4 years) Show integrity in reporting just the facts; Use computer editing, writing, and speaking skills to put a story together; Be able to work quickly and show persistence in gathering information; Work well with others Average $66,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson

Multimedia Artist Create animation and visual effects for video games, TV, movies, and other media College (4 years) Use computer, creativity, and artistic skills to develop animations; Use time-management skills to meet deadlines; Work well with teammates Average $64,000 a year ©2016 MyDearWatson