Technology & Media
Industry

Technology & Media

By the numbers
Market size
$2.6T
Businesses
300K
Workforce
3M
Avg pay
$168,612 / yr
Outlook

+6.5% jobs by 2034 · +192K jobs

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JOJournalist

Journalists find, check, and tell true stories about current events through articles, video, audio, and podcasts. They interview sources, dig through records, and meet tight deadlines so the public stays informed and leaders are held accountable.

91% work in this industry
FEFilm and Video Editor

Film and Video Editors are the invisible architects of visual storytelling, transforming raw footage into compelling narratives that captivate audiences. They work behind the scenes in post-production, carefully selecting, arranging, and refining visual and audio elements to create cohesive stories for movies, television shows, documentaries, commercials, and digital content across all platforms.

85% work in this industry
PPPodcast Producer

A Podcast Producer is the creative and logistical engine behind a podcast. They oversee the planning, recording, editing, publishing, and promotion of episodes, ensuring that the show runs smoothly and delivers compelling content to its audience. Podcast producers may work with individual hosts, production studios, media companies, or branded content teams, and often manage both the editorial vision and the technical execution of the podcast.

74% work in this industry
TDTheater Director

A Theater Director is the creative leader responsible for interpreting scripts, guiding actors' performances, coordinating with designers, and shaping the overall artistic vision of theatrical productions.

71% work in this industry
SMStage Manager

A Stage Manager is the central coordinator of all technical and artistic elements in theatrical productions, serving as the backbone that ensures smooth operations during rehearsals and performances.

71% work in this industry
CDCasting Director

A casting director finds and recommends actors for roles in film, TV, theater and commercials. They work with directors and producers to understand each role, then find talent through agents, auditions and their industry network. They also often negotiate contracts and keep casting within budget and union rules. The job takes a sharp eye for talent and strong organization and communication skills.

71% work in this industry