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National Earnings

Average Annual Wage

$74,100

Average Hourly Wage

$35.62

Average Annual Range

$36,160 to $132,940

Note: variations in salaries reflect differences in size of firm, location, level of education and professional credentials.

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National Employment and Outlook

Outlook decreasing
  The employment change from 2022 to 2032 is estimated to be -1%.
(The National average for all occupations is +3%)
Job Openings very small number
  Less than 1000 average annual openings are expected for this occupation between 2022 and 2032.
(The National Average for all occupations is 1,670 openings)
Employment very small occupation
  This was a very small occupation in the United States, employing 17,600 workers in 2022.
(The National average for all occupations is 147,916 workers)
Growth Declining growth
  Motion picture and sound recording industries will continue to need broadcast, lighting, and sound engineering technicians to improve the quality of shows and movies. However, advances in technology will allow fewer technicians to set up and operate broadcast, lighting, and sound systems, which is expected to reduce demand for these workers. 
Non Traditional Occupation This is a non-traditional occupation for women in 2023.
Industries Large concentrations of this occupation are found in these industries
  • Information (NAICS510000) (46.5%)
  • Motion picture and sound recording industries (NAICS512000) (38.6%)
  • Motion picture and video industries (NAICS512100) (22.5%)
  • Sound recording industries (NAICS512200) (16.1%)
  • Self-employed workers (13.8%)
  • Arts, entertainment, and recreation (NAICS710000) (9.3%)
  • Performing arts, spectator sports, and related industries (NAICS711000) (8.1%)
  • Other Services (except Public Administration) (NAICS810000) (7.9%)
  • Religious, grantmaking, civic, professional, and similar organizations (NAICS813000) (7.9%)

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