The Television and Radio Industry & Instrument Making and Repair

The Television and Radio Industry:
Approximate Salary Ranges:	Radio/Television Commercial Musician $227–$1,650/13-week cycle Copyright/Clearance Administrator (NA) Music License Administrator (NA) Program Director (radio) (NA) Post Production/ Scoring (NA) Music Adviser/Researcher (NA) Disc/Video Jockey

Personal Qualifications:	Ability to work under tight deadlines and intense pressure Ability to work with people Interest in music and the media Musical talent

Knowledge and Skills:	Specialized skill and knowledge in one or more of the television/radio industries

Precollege Training:	Participation in music ensembles Work or intern at a school or community access radio or television station

College Education & Other Training:	College degree not always required but recommended; equivalent training necessary, especially in production-related areas.

Instrument Making and Repair:
Approximate Salary Ranges:	Instrument Maker $15,000–$65,000/year Instrument Repair Technician $9–$55/hour Piano Tuner $15–$60/hour

Personal Qualifications:	Ability to work with people and alone Commitment to the music community Efficient work habits Physical and mental dexterity Self-discipline

Knowledge and Skills:	Business savvy Familiarity with instrument(s) Knowledge of acoustics Technical skill

Precollege Training:	Participation in music ensembles Private instruction in instrument Shop, woodworking, metal working, or machine-use courses Work at a local music store

College Education & Other Training:	Music degree or technical degree or certification often required; also possible to acquire skills through apprenticeships.