It’s fun to be able to use your creativity at work. It’s even better if you get paid handsomely to be creative. Here are the 5 highest paid careers in the entertainment industry.
1. Executive Producer
When it comes to the film industry, being a film producer can be very profitable. This job can include anything from writing for, investing in, or managing the movie that’s being produced. Producers typically decide on which film ideas should actually go into production, and then they either pay to produce the film or raise the capital to pay for production. Then the executive producer will hire writers, the director, casting directors, etc. Typically, the producer will have a big say in the direction of the story line and who is cast for the major roles.
2. Fashion Designer
If your passion is fashion, then being a fashion designer can be very profitable. Many who dream of becoming a fashion designer start by getting a fashion degree. This lays the foundation for success in the fashion world. Many designers begin their careers as fashion merchandisers or stylists before launching their own fashion lines. This helps in networking in the fashion industry and understanding what is involved in creating fashion lines that are successful. If running your own fashion line interests you, getting a business degree with a firm foundation in marketing, in addition to your fashion degree, can also help you.
3. Screenwriters
There are two ways to get hired as a screenwriter:
- Write a script, and then shop it around to film producers.
- Get hired to write a script for a movie that has already been chosen to be produced.
Depending on the deal that’s made when screenwriters are hired, screenwriters usually get a percentage of the money that the film produces, in addition to normal pay. That means that writers for big box office productions make quite a bit of dough.
4. Artist and Repertoire Administrator
An artist and repertoire administrator, often abbreviated A&R administrator, works for record labels. This job includes duties such as watching budgets for artists, including keeping track of studio time, musicians, and other miscellaneous expenses. The A&R administrator also works with the A&R coordinator on the progress of artists.
5. Film Editors
When it comes to producing high-quality films that have tight story lines, sometimes it comes down to the film editor. Editors spend hours in front of monitors choosing the best take for each scene, fulfilling the vision set out by the director.
Although a career in the entertainment industry may sound glamorous, the fact is that many of the jobs are tedious. Still, if you love what you’re doing, you’ll enjoy it. And if you choose the right career path, you could end up making a very nice salary. If you worked in the entertainment industry, what would your dream job be?