Music composer, Kaitito puoro
Also known as
- Composer, music arranger, orchestrator, lyric writer, songwriter, melodist, media composer
Music composers write and arrange original works of music for orchestras, musicians, musical groups and instrumental performances.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $42
Most common
$58
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
- usually work irregular business hours, including evenings and weekends and may work part time
- usually work in theatres, music studios, clubs and concert halls and may travel
- need to lead others, work well under pressure and communicate well
Tasks
- compose music pieces
- study details of musical compositions
- write sheet music
- collaborate with artists and musicians
- record and produce music
- prepare and perform music
Creative
Social
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need experience to become a musical composer and a qualification may be useful.
You need
- experience in music composition or performance
You may need
- a New Zealand Certificate in Music (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Diploma in Music (Level 5 or 6)
- a bachelor's degree in music
- a Master of Music
- an Artist Diploma
- to be a member of a professional organisation like New Zealand Choral Foundation
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 or University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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