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Animal Scientists

Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources $37.88 Bachelor's degree 8%  projected growth 30  annual job openings

Conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.

Animal Trainers

Hospitality & Tourism $22.97 High school diploma or equivalent 26%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Train animals for riding, harness, security, performance, or obedience, or for assisting persons with disabilities. Accustom animals to human voice and contact, and condition animals to respond to commands. Train animals according to prescribed standards for show or competition. May train animals to carry pack loads or work as part of pack team.

Architects, Except Landscape and Naval

Architecture & Construction $38.66 Bachelor's degree 18%  projected growth 80  annual job openings

Plan and design structures, such as private residences, office buildings, theaters, factories, and other structural property.

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics $63.45 Bachelor's degree 10%  projected growth 190  annual job openings

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Art Directors

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $37.16 Bachelor's degree 15%  projected growth 60  annual job openings

Formulate design concepts and presentation approaches for visual productions and media, such as print, broadcasting, video, and film. Direct workers engaged in artwork or layout design.

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Education & Training $38.21 Master's degree 13%  projected growth 150  annual job openings

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Athletes and Sports Competitors

Hospitality & Tourism $52.87 No formal educational credential 44%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Compete in athletic events.

Athletic Trainers

Health Science $22.92 Master's degree 28%  projected growth 40  annual job openings

Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.

Audio and Video Technicians

Arts, Audio/Video Technology & Communications $24.20 Postsecondary nondegree award 51%  projected growth 70  annual job openings

Set up, maintain, and dismantle audio and video equipment, such as microphones, sound speakers, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, video cameras, video monitors and servers, and related electronic equipment for live or recorded events, such as concerts, meetings, conventions, presentations, podcasts, news conferences, and sporting events.

Audiologists

Health Science $40.10 Doctoral or professional degree 21%  projected growth 20  annual job openings

Assess and treat persons with hearing and related disorders. May fit hearing aids and provide auditory training. May perform research related to hearing problems.