Careers with Music
Music can support a wide range of careers. The strongest options depend on the other subjects you enjoy, the type of work you prefer and the route you want to take after school or college.
Where could Music take you?
You do not need to choose a career simply because it uses music. Use this page as a starting point, then compare roles, routes and the work itself.
Career ideas linked to Music
Explore the roles below to see what the work involves, common entry routes, useful skills and possible progression.
Podcaster
Podcasters create, record and publish audio content covering news, education, entertainment and specialist topics for online audiences.
Read career guideRadio Presenter
Radio presenters entertain and inform audiences by presenting music, interviews, discussions and live broadcasts.
Read career guideSound Engineer
Sound engineers record, mix and enhance audio for music, television, film, podcasts and live events.
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