{ "batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "articles": [ { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_onet_27_2011_00", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Actor: job_overview", "summary": "Actors play parts in stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction", "body": "Actors play parts in stage, television, radio, video, or film productions for entertainment, information, or instruction\n\nWhat U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration actually says:\n\n“Median wages (2025) $29.05 hourly”\n\nNote: O*NET source; pay is median hourly wage from BLS 2025 data; projected job openings 6,300 (2025-2035)", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2011.00", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration", "evidence_quote": "Median wages (2025) $29.05 hourly", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Actor", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Actor", "category": "Performing arts - live performance", "what_it_is": "Perform roles using speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audiences in live and recorded productions", "startup_cost": "Low (high school diploma or equivalent required for 66% of workers; some college or training may suffice)", "skill_level": "Entry-level to moderate (Job Zone 1-2: very little to some preparation needed)", "typical_pay_range": "$29.05 hourly median (2025 BLS data)", "pay_unit": "hourly", "where_to_find_work": "Backstage, Casting Networks, Actors Access, SAG-AFTRA, networking, acting schools, community theatre", "adjacent_jobs": "Dancer, Musician, Entertainer, Voice Actor, Comedian" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_onet_27_2042_00", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Musician or Singer: job_overview", "summary": "Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences, broadcasting, or recording", "body": "Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences, broadcasting, or recording\n\nWhat U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration actually says:\n\n“Median wages (2025) $47.80 hourly”\n\nNote: O*NET source; pay is median hourly wage from BLS 2025 data; projected job openings 17,400 (2025-2035)", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2042.00", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration", "evidence_quote": "Median wages (2025) $47.80 hourly", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Musician or Singer", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Musician or Singer", "category": "Performing arts - live performance", "what_it_is": "Perform music on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound/video recording; may specialize in a specific instrument or music type", "startup_cost": "Low to moderate (instrument purchase/rental; training varies)", "skill_level": "Moderate (Job Zone 4: considerable preparation needed; bachelor's degree required for some jobs)", "typical_pay_range": "$47.80 hourly median (2025 BLS data)", "pay_unit": "hourly", "where_to_find_work": "Gigsalad, Gigmasters, local venues, orchestras, bands, recording studios, wedding bands, cruise ships", "adjacent_jobs": "Cover Band Musician, Session Musician, DJ, Solo Musician, Music Director" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_onet_27_2031_00", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Dancer: job_overview", "summary": "Dancers perform classical, modern, acrobatic, or other dance styles in productions expressing stories, rhythm, and sound", "body": "Dancers perform classical, modern, acrobatic, or other dance styles in productions expressing stories, rhythm, and sound\n\nWhat U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration actually says:\n\n“Median wages (2025) $24.80 hourly”\n\nNote: O*NET source; pay is median hourly wage from BLS 2025 data; projected job openings 1,600 (2025-2035)", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2031.00", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration", "evidence_quote": "Median wages (2025) $24.80 hourly", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Dancer", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Dancer", "category": "Performing arts - live performance", "what_it_is": "Perform dances on stage, for broadcasting, or for video recording; may specialize in ballet, modern, Latin, or other styles", "startup_cost": "Low (training through vocational schools or on-the-job experience)", "skill_level": "Moderate (Job Zone 3: medium preparation needed; high school diploma for 45% of workers)", "typical_pay_range": "$24.80 hourly median (2025 BLS data)", "pay_unit": "hourly", "where_to_find_work": "Dance companies, cruise ships, theme parks, theatre companies, freelance agencies, GigSalad", "adjacent_jobs": "Choreographer, Dance Instructor, Ballet Dancer, Broadway Performer, Cabaret Dancer" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_onet_27_2032_00", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Choreographer: job_overview", "summary": "Choreographers create new dance routines, rehearse performances, and may direct and stage presentations", "body": "Choreographers create new dance routines, rehearse performances, and may direct and stage presentations\n\nWhat U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration actually says:\n\n“Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.”\n\nNote: O*NET source; specific wage data not found on the summary page; related to dancers and artistic directors", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2032.00", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration", "evidence_quote": "Create new dance routines. Rehearse performance of routines. May direct and stage presentations.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Choreographer", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Choreographer", "category": "Performing arts - live performance", "what_it_is": "Design dance routines for productions, rehearsals, and performances; may direct stage presentations", "startup_cost": "Low to moderate (training in dance and choreography; extensive experience required)", "skill_level": "Moderate to advanced (Job Zone 3: medium preparation needed; high school diploma for 33% of workers)", "typical_pay_range": "could_not_verify", "where_to_find_work": "Dance companies, theatre productions, film/TV productions, cruise lines, fitness studios, freelance", "adjacent_jobs": "Dancer, Dance Instructor, Artistic Director, Movement Director, Rehearsal Director" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_onet_27_2099_00", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Entertainer or Performer (All Other): job_overview", "summary": "Entertainers and performers represent a broad category of live performers not classified elsewhere", "body": "Entertainers and performers represent a broad category of live performers not classified elsewhere\n\nWhat U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration actually says:\n\n“Median wages (2025) $18.82 hourly”\n\nNote: O*NET source; projected growth faster than average (5-6%); 43,700 employees (2025)", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2099.00", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration", "evidence_quote": "Median wages (2025) $18.82 hourly", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Entertainer or Performer (All Other)", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Entertainer or Performer (All Other)", "category": "Performing arts - live performance", "what_it_is": "Live performers in public spaces, events, and entertainment venues including variety acts, novelty performers, and specialty entertainers", "startup_cost": "Varies by specialty", "skill_level": "Varies (Job Zone varies by specific occupation)", "typical_pay_range": "$18.82 hourly median (2025 BLS data)", "pay_unit": "hourly", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, street performance permits, festival circuits, cruise entertainment, theme parks, event companies", "adjacent_jobs": "Street Performer, Costumed Character, Magician, Juggler, Fire Performer" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "any", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_gigsalad_cover_band", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Cover Band Musician: job_overview", "summary": "Cover bands perform popular songs by other artists at events such as weddings, parties, and corporate functions", "body": "Cover bands perform popular songs by other artists at events such as weddings, parties, and corporate functions\n\nWhat GigSalad actually says:\n\n“On average, cover bands cost $500-$1500 for a two-hour performance.”\n\nNote: GigSalad pricing data; sample size not stated; prices vary by location, experience, band size, and event type", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.gigsalad.com/Music-Groups/Cover-Band", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "GigSalad", "evidence_quote": "On average, cover bands cost $500-$1500 for a two-hour performance.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Cover Band Musician", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Cover Band Musician", "category": "Live music performance", "what_it_is": "A band that performs recognizable hits by other artists; ranges from acoustic duos to full-sized high-energy groups", "startup_cost": "Low to moderate (instrument, PA system, travel)", "skill_level": "Moderate (varies by genre and complexity)", "typical_pay_range": "$500-$1,500 per 2-hour show (average)", "pay_unit": "per show (2 hours)", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, local music venues, wedding planners, event companies, social media", "adjacent_jobs": "Wedding Band Musician, Party Band Musician, Session Musician, Solo Musician, Tribute Band Musician" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "gigsalad", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_gigsalad_costumed_character", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Costumed Character / Mascot Performer: job_overview", "summary": "Costumed characters perform as mascots and theme characters at children's parties, events, and public appearances", "body": "Costumed characters perform as mascots and theme characters at children's parties, events, and public appearances\n\nWhat GigSalad actually says:\n\n“On average, professional characters cost $150-$200 per hour.”\n\nNote: GigSalad pricing data; sample size not stated; pricing depends on location, character type, and services included", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.gigsalad.com/Variety/Costumed-Character", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "GigSalad", "evidence_quote": "On average, professional characters cost $150-$200 per hour.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Costumed Character / Mascot Performer", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Costumed Character / Mascot Performer", "category": "Live performance - character entertainment", "what_it_is": "A performer who wears a costume and embodies a character (princess, superhero, pirate, etc.) for parties and events", "startup_cost": "High (costume purchase $500-$2,000+)", "skill_level": "Low to moderate (acting ability, physical stamina in costume)", "typical_pay_range": "$150-$200 per hour", "pay_unit": "hourly", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, children's party planners, corporate events, theme parks, mascot agencies", "adjacent_jobs": "Children's Entertainer, Clown, Face Painter, Balloon Twister, Santa Claus Performer" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "gigsalad", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_gigsalad_street_performer", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Street Performer: job_overview", "summary": "Street performers entertain audiences in public spaces such as sidewalks, parks, and plazas with diverse talents", "body": "Street performers entertain audiences in public spaces such as sidewalks, parks, and plazas with diverse talents\n\nWhat GigSalad actually says:\n\n“On average, a professional street performer costs $300-$800 for a two-hour booking.”\n\nNote: GigSalad pricing data; sample size not stated; exact price varies by location, length, number of performers, and skill level", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.gigsalad.com/Variety/Street-Performer", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "GigSalad", "evidence_quote": "On average, a professional street performer costs $300-$800 for a two-hour booking.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Street Performer", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Street Performer", "category": "Live performance - public entertainment", "what_it_is": "An artist who performs in public spaces; includes musicians, dancers, jugglers, magicians, and other variety acts", "startup_cost": "Low (portable equipment; may need permit)", "skill_level": "Moderate (varies by act)", "typical_pay_range": "$300-$800 per 2-hour booking (average)", "pay_unit": "per booking (2 hours)", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, street performance permits, festivals, fairs, corporate events, campus events", "adjacent_jobs": "Busker, Magician, Juggler, Acrobat, Living Statue" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "gigsalad", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_gigsalad_singing_guitarist", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Singing Guitarist: job_overview", "summary": "A solo musician who sings and plays guitar for events, weddings, and private functions", "body": "A solo musician who sings and plays guitar for events, weddings, and private functions\n\nWhat GigSalad actually says:\n\n“Singing Guitarist near Detroit, MI”\n\nNote: GigSalad listing found but no specific pay data on the page; listed as a solo musician category", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.gigsalad.com/Solo-Musicians/Singing-Guitarist", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "GigSalad", "evidence_quote": "Singing Guitarist near Detroit, MI", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Singing Guitarist", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Singing Guitarist", "category": "Live music performance - solo", "what_it_is": "A solo performer who combines vocals and guitar playing for live events and entertainment", "startup_cost": "Low (guitar, portable PA)", "skill_level": "Moderate (vocals + instrument proficiency)", "typical_pay_range": "could_not_verify", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, wedding planners, restaurants, coffeehouses, open mic nights", "adjacent_jobs": "Singer-Songwriter, Solo Musician, Acoustic Duo, Wedding Musician, Session Musician" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "gigsalad", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r1700_job_discovery_performing_live_entertainment_angle_marketplaces_gigsalad_magician", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Magician / Close-Up Magician: job_overview", "summary": "Magicians perform close-up, strolling, stage, or comedy magic for events and audiences", "body": "Magicians perform close-up, strolling, stage, or comedy magic for events and audiences\n\nWhat GigSalad actually says:\n\n“Comedy Magicians, Corporate Magicians, Escape Artists, Illusionists, Strolling Magic”\n\nNote: GigSalad category page found; specific pay data not listed on the page", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.gigsalad.com/Magic/Magician", "last_verified": "2026-10-06", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "GigSalad", "evidence_quote": "Comedy Magicians, Corporate Magicians, Escape Artists, Illusionists, Strolling Magic", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "1700-job-discovery-performing-live-entertainment-angle-marketplaces", "subject": "Magician / Close-Up Magician", "topic": "job_overview", "job": { "job_name": "Magician / Close-Up Magician", "category": "Live performance - variety entertainment", "what_it_is": "A performer who entertains audiences through magic tricks, illusions, and comedic performance", "startup_cost": "Low to moderate (magic props, wardrobe)", "skill_level": "Moderate to high (sleight of hand, performance skills)", "typical_pay_range": "could_not_verify", "where_to_find_work": "GigSalad, corporate entertainment, children's parties, magic bars, cruise ships", "adjacent_jobs": "Street Performer, Comedian, Impersonator, Ventriloquist, Hypnotist" }, "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "gigsalad", "topic": [ "unclassified" ], "explicitness": "any" } } ] }