Art Directors 27-1011.00
Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches, and direct workers engaged in art work, layout design, and copy writing for visual communications media, such as magazines, books, newspapers, and packaging.

Artists and Related Workers, All Other 27-1019.99
All artists and related workers not listed separately.

Craft Artists 27-1012.00
Create or reproduce hand-made objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators 27-1013.00
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of mediums and techniques, such as painting and sculpture.

Multi-Media Artists and Animators 27-1014.00
Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

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Designers

Commercial and Industrial Designers 27-1021.00
Develop and design manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and children's toys. Combine artistic talent with research on product use, marketing, and materials to create the most functional and appealing product design.

Designers, All Other, 27-1029.99
All designers not listed separately.

Fashion Designers 27-1022.00
Design clothing and accessories. Create original garments or design garments that follow well established fashion trends. May develop the line of color and kinds of materials.

Floral Designers 27-1023.00
Design, cut, and arrange live, dried, or artificial flowers and foliage.

Graphic Designers 27-1024.00
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, or logos. May use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects.

Interior Designers 27-1025.00
Plan, design, and furnish interiors of residential, commercial, or industrial buildings. Formulate design which is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes, such as raising productivity, selling merchandise, or improving life style. May specialize in a particular field, style, or phase of interior design.

Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers 27-1026.00
Plan and erect commercial displays, such as those in windows and interiors of retail stores and at trade exhibitions.

Set and Exhibit Designers 27-1027.00
Design special exhibits and movie, television, and theater sets. May study scripts, confer with directors, and conduct research to determine appropriate architectural styles.

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Media and Communication Equipment Workers

Audio and Video Equipment Technicians 27-4011.00
Set up or set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, sports events, meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences. May also set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems.

Broadcast Technicians 27-4012.00
Set up, operate, and maintain the electronic equipment used to transmit radio and television programs. Control audio equipment to regulate volume level and quality of sound during radio and television broadcasts. Operate radio transmitter to broadcast radio and television programs.

Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Motion Picture 27-4031.00
Operate television, video, or motion picture camera to photograph images or scenes for various purposes, such as TV broadcasts, advertising, video production, or motion pictures.

Film and Video Editors 27-4032.00
Edit motion picture soundtracks, film, and video.

Media and Communication Equipment Workers, All Other 27-4099.99
All media and communication equipment workers not listed separately.

Photographers 27-4021.00
Photograph persons, subjects, merchandise, or other commercial products. May develop negatives and produce finished prints.

Radio Operators 27-4013.00
Receive and transmit communications using radiotelegraph or radiotelephone equipment in accordance with government regulations. May repair equipment.

Sound Engineering Technicians 27-4014.00
Operate machines and equipment to record, synchronize, mix, or reproduce music, voices, or sound effects in sporting arenas, theater productions, recording studios, or movie and video productions.

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Media and Communication Workers

Broadcast News Analysts 27-3021.00
Analyze, interpret, and broadcast news received from various sources.

Copy Writers 27-3043.04
Write advertising copy for use by publication or broadcast media to promote sale of goods and services.

Editors 27-3041.00
Perform variety of editorial duties, such as laying out, indexing, and revising content of written materials, in preparation for final publication.

Interpreters and Translators 27-3091.00
Translate or interpret written, oral, or sign language text into another language for others.

Media and Communication Workers, All Other 27-3099.99
All media and communication workers not listed separately.

Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers 27-3043.05
Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.

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Public Address System and Other Announcers 27-3012.00
Make announcements over loud speaker at sporting or other public events. May act as master of ceremonies or disc jockey at weddings, parties, clubs, or other gathering places.

Public Relations Specialists 27-3031.00
Engage in promoting or creating good will for individuals, groups, or organizations by writing or selecting favorable publicity material and releasing it through various communications media. May prepare and arrange displays, and make speeches.

Radio and Television Announcers 27-3011.00
Talk on radio or television. May interview guests, act as master of ceremonies, read news flashes, identify station by giving call letters, or announce song title and artist.

Reporters and Correspondents 27-3022.00
Collect and analyze facts about newsworthy events by interview, investigation, or observation. Report and write stories for newspaper, news magazine, radio, or television.

Technical Writers 27-3042.00
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.

Writers and Authors 27-3043.00
Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.

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Performers and Entertainers

Actors 27-2011.00
Play parts in stage, television, radio, video, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing.

Athletes and Sports Competitors 27-2021.00
Compete in athletic events.

Choreographers 27-2032.00
Create and teach dance. May direct and stage presentations.

Coaches and Scouts 27-2022.00
Instruct or coach groups or individuals in the fundamentals of sports. Demonstrate techniques and methods of participation. May evaluate athletes' strengths and weaknesses as possible recruits or to improve the athletes' technique to prepare them for competition. Those required to hold teaching degrees should be reported in the appropriate teaching category.

Dancers 27-2031.00
Perform dances. May also sing or act.

Performers and Entertainers, Continued

Directors—Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, and Radio 27-2012.02
Interpret script, conduct rehearsals, and direct activities of cast and technical crew for stage, motion pictures, television, or radio programs.

Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other 27-2099.99
All entertainers and performers, sports and related workers not listed separately.

Music Composers and Arrangers 27-2041.04
Write and transcribe musical scores.

Music Directors 27-2041.01
Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.

Music Directors and Composers 27-2041.00
Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras, choirs, and glee clubs. Includes arrangers, composers, choral directors, and orchestrators.

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Musicians and Singers 27-2042.00
Play one or more musical instruments or entertain by singing songs in recital, in accompaniment, or as a member of an orchestra, band, or other musical group. Musical performers may entertain on stage, radio, TV, film, video, or record in studios.

Musicians, Instrumental 27-2042.02
Play one or more musical instruments in recital, in accompaniment, or as members of an orchestra, band, or other musical group.

Producers 27-2012.01
Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing, and arranging financing.

Producers and Directors 27-2012.00
Produce or direct stage, television, radio, video, or motion picture productions for entertainment, information, or instruction. Responsible for creative decisions, such as interpretation of script, choice of guests, set design, sound, special effects, and choreography.

Program Directors 27-2012.03
Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in preparation of radio or television station program schedules and programs, such as sports or news.

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Singers 27-2042.01
Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.

Talent Directors 27-2012.04
Audition and interview performers to select most appropriate talent for parts in stage, television, radio, or motion picture productions.

Technical Directors/Managers 27-2012.05
Coordinate activities of technical departments, such as taping, editing, engineering, and maintenance, to produce radio or television programs.

Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials 27-2023.00
Officiate at competitive athletic or sporting events. Detect infractions of rules and decide penalties according to established regulations.

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