Employers
Approximately 41,130 musicians and singers are employed in the United States. Some pop and rock musicians work for another member of the band who pays them to rehearse and perform. But in most cases, pop and rock musicians work on a freelance basis, taking on gigs as they come. Bands are hired to play at clubs, concert halls, and for community events. They may also play private gigs, weddings, and other celebrations. Many musicians also maintain flexible "day jobs" that help to support them as they perform on the evenings and weekends.
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- Actors
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- Artist and Repertoire Workers
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- Cinematographers and Directors of Photography
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- Computer and Video Game Designers
- Content Management Specialists
- Copy Editors
- Copywriters
- Costume Designers
- Dance School Owners and Managers
- Dancers
- Digital Agents
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- Editors
- Ethnoscientists
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- Fashion Writers and Editors
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- Film and Television Producers
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- Internet Content Curators
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- Makeup Artists
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- Multimedia Artists and Animators
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- Music Agents and Scouts
- Music Conductors and Directors
- Music Journalists
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- Music Teachers
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- Music Video Directors and Producers
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- Musicians
- News Anchors
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- Non-Fungible Token Artists
- Online Journalists
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- Radio and Television Announcers
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- Radio Producers
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- Reporters
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- Screenwriters
- Show Runners
- Singers
- Social Media Workers
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- Stage Directors
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- Talent Agents and Scouts
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