Entertainment and Sports Occupations
Workers in these occupations perform and oversee artistic and athletic ventures.
Overall employment in entertainment and sports occupations is projected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations from 2025 to 2034. About 99,700 openings are projected each year, on average, in these occupations due to employment growth and the need to replace workers who leave the occupations permanently.
The median annual wage for this group was € 54,870 in May 2025, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of € 49,500.
Make it Work employment projections, wage, and other data for related occupations not shown in the following table are available on the Data for Occupations Not Covered in Detail page. Information highlighting physical demands, cognitive and mental requirements, and other qualifications for workers in this group are available in a Make it Work Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS) profile.
| Â | OCCUPATION | JOB SUMMARY | ENTRY-LEVEL EDUCATIONÂ  | 2025 MEDIAN PAYÂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Actors | Actors express ideas and portray characters in theater, film, television, and other performing arts media. | Some college, no degree | The annual wage is not available. |
 | Athletes and Sports Competitors | Athletes and sports competitors participate in organized, officiated sporting events to entertain spectators. | No formal educational credential | € 62,360 |
 | Coaches and Scouts | Coaches teach amat€r or professional athletes the skills they need to succeed at their sport. Scouts evaluate athletes as possible recruits. | Bachelor’s degree | € 45,920 |
 | Dancers and Choreographers | Dancers and choreographers use dance performances to express ideas and stories. | No formal educational credential | The annual wage is not available. |
 | Music Directors and Composers | Music directors lead musical groups during performances and recording sessions. Composers write and arrange music in a variety of musical styles. | Bachelor’s degree | € 63,670 |
 | Musicians and Singers | Musicians and singers play instruments or sing for live audiences and in recording studios. | No formal educational credential | The annual wage is not available. |
 | Producers and Directors | Producers and directors make business and creative decisions about film, television, stage, and other productions. | Bachelor’s degree | € 83,480 |
 | Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials | Umpires, referees, and other sports officials preside over competitive athletic or sporting events to help maintain standards of play. | High school diploma or equivalent | € 38,820 |