In the Oregon State University Music department you will find an exciting and creative community that challenges students to develop the skills to become successful musicians and professional educators. Our talented faculty are dedicated to high artistry and committed to excellence. Students develop skills in live performance, writing, and ensemble work that they will utilize in future careers.
Position Title | Projected Growth (2014-2024) | Preparation Required | 2015 Median Wage |
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Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Position Description:Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Projected Growth:
Much faster than average (14% or higher)
Median Pay:
$76,710 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 5
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Much faster than average (14% or higher) | Job Zone 5 | $76,710 per year |
Copy Writers
Position Description:Write advertising copy for use by publication or broadcast media to promote sale of goods and services.
Projected Growth:
Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Median Pay:
$69,130 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Slower than average (2% to 4%) | Job Zone 4 | $69,130 per year |
Editors
Position Description:Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.
Projected Growth:
Average (5% to 8%)
Median Pay:
$64,910 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Average (5% to 8%) | Job Zone 4 | $64,910 per year |
Film and Video Editors
Position Description:Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.
Projected Growth:
Much faster than average (14% or higher)
Median Pay:
$80,300 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 3
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Much faster than average (14% or higher) | Job Zone 3 | $80,300 per year |
Music Composers and Arrangers
Position Description:Write and transcribe musical scores.
Projected Growth:
Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Median Pay:
$59,040 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 3
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Slower than average (2% to 4%) | Job Zone 3 | $59,040 per year |
Music Directors
Position Description:Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
Projected Growth:
Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Median Pay:
$59,040 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Slower than average (2% to 4%) | Job Zone 4 | $59,040 per year |
Music Therapists
Position Description:Plan, organize, or direct medically prescribed music therapy activities designed to positively influence patients' psychological or behavioral status.
Projected Growth:
Faster than average (9% to 13%)
Median Pay:
$47,790 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Faster than average (9% to 13%) | Job Zone 4 | $47,790 per year |
Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners
Position Description:Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning.
Projected Growth:
Average (5% to 8%)
Median Pay:
$38,590 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 3
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Average (5% to 8%) | Job Zone 3 | $38,590 per year |
Musicians and Singers
Position Description:Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for on-air broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.
Projected Growth:
Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Median Pay:
$59,040 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 2
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Slower than average (2% to 4%) | Job Zone 2 | $59,040 per year |
Musicians, Instrumental
Position Description:Play one or more musical instruments in recital, in accompaniment, or as members of an orchestra, band, or other musical group.
Projected Growth:
Slower than average (2% to 4%)
Median Pay:
$59,040 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 3
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Slower than average (2% to 4%) | Job Zone 3 | $59,040 per year |
Public Relations Specialists
Position Description:Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media.
Projected Growth:
Decline (-2% or lower)
Median Pay:
$65,830 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Decline (-2% or lower) | Job Zone 4 | $65,830 per year |
Technical Writers
Position Description:Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Projected Growth:
Average (5% to 8%)
Median Pay:
$73,350 per year
Preparation:
Job Zone 4
Position Duties:
Skills:
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Average (5% to 8%) | Job Zone 4 | $73,350 per year |
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Write and transcribe musical scores.
Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
Plan, organize, or direct medically prescribed music therapy activities designed to positively influence patients' psychological or behavioral status.
Repair percussion, stringed, reed, or wind instruments. May specialize in one area, such as piano tuning.
Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for on-air broadcasting, or for sound or video recording.
Play one or more musical instruments in recital, in accompaniment, or as members of an orchestra, band, or other musical group.
Write advertising copy for use by publication or broadcast media to promote sale of goods and services.
Plan, coordinate, or edit content of material for publication. May review proposals and drafts for possible publication. Includes technical editors.
Edit moving images on film, video, or other media. May edit or synchronize soundtracks with images.
Engage in promoting or creating an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media.
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
Explore career information and other resources specifically tailored to Music majors.
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