Studio Maintenance Engineer Profile, Salary & Job Outlook
What does a Studio Maintenance Engineer do?
Studio Maintenance Engineers are responsible for installing and maintaining studio equipment. They troubleshoot and repair broken or damaged equipment when necessary. They may also train new technical employees and prepare instruction manuals.
How much does this career make?
According to ZipRecruiter, Studio Maintenance Engineers maintain a national hourly wage of $16.61-37.44. This amounts to an average annual salary of $34,551 to $77,877 with the range widely depending on factors including skill and seniority level.
What impact does this career have towards the music industry?
Studio Maintenance Engineers ensure that equipment is functioning properly. They work to maintain quality assurance standards and provide instruction so that studio employees can use technical equipment safely.
What is the job outlook for a Studio Maintenance Engineer?
Music revenue is forecasted to more than double to about $131 billion by 2030. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), job opportunities in the field (including Engineer) are expected to grow at a rate of nine percent during the 2019-2029 decade (www.bls.gov).
How to kick-off your career:
- Practice your handiness skills.
- Learn the boards — from how they are set up to how they operate.
- Explore the Clive Davis Institute at NYU x Billboard’s Music Essentials online course.
- Download Yellowbrick’s Ultimate Music Career Guide.
Learn from:
Jeff Rabhan
Music Industry Essentials contributor, Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music Department Chair
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