Singing in the Performing Arts

SALARY

The highest percentage of money earned: singers earn more than $73

The lowest percentage of money earned: singers earn not even $11

OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS

-Mental health risks

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

-Damages from singing

Damaged vocal chords

Damaged ear drums

-Back injuries from bad posture or tripping/falling

-Damages from the crowd

Fans being too friendly

Haters or psychopaths purposely trying to hurt the singers

JOB GROWTH

For every ten years, the number of singers increase by 6%

TRAINING/EDUCATION

Go public with your voice on social media

Go public with your voice in front of small crowds

Take singing lessons

Bachelor's degree is recommended but not required

HEALTH INSURANCE/RETIREMENT MONEY

Some singers make enough to last through their entire life without needing a pension plan

Pension plan is recommended to gain back about 30% of the money you paid

Other singers rely on their spouse's pension plans