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How much do music recording jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for music recording in the United States is $50,596.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32,000.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is music recording?

Music recording is the process of capturing sounds, typically musical performances, using microphones and electronic equipment so they can be edited, mixed, and reproduced. It involves various stages, including tracking (recording individual instruments or vocals), mixing (blending tracks together), and mastering (final audio polishing for distribution). Music recording can take place in professional studios, home studios, or even on location, and requires both technical skills and creative decision-making. The goal is to produce high-quality audio that faithfully represents the artist's vision and is suitable for commercial release.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in music recording, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in music recording often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, adapting to diverse musical styles, and ensuring high audio quality despite technical or acoustical limitations. Effective communication with artists and producers is essential to align creative visions and address feedback efficiently. Staying updated with the latest recording technology and software can also help overcome technical obstacles. Building strong organizational skills and maintaining flexibility will help recording professionals navigate the dynamic and collaborative nature of studio environments.

What is the difference between Music Recording vs Music Production?

AspectMusic RecordingMusic Production
CredentialsAudio engineering certifications, recording technology knowledgeMusic theory, arrangement, and production skills
Work EnvironmentRecording studios, post-production facilitiesStudio, home studios, or on-location setups
Industry UsageFocuses on capturing and editing soundEncompasses overseeing entire music creation process
Search/Comparison IntentUnderstanding technical recording rolesUnderstanding creative and technical production roles

Music Recording involves capturing, editing, and mixing audio in studios, focusing on technical sound quality. Music Production covers the broader process of creating music, including arranging, composing, and overseeing recordings. While both roles overlap, recording is more technical, and production is more creative and managerial.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Music Recording, and why are they important?

To thrive in Music Recording, you need a solid understanding of audio engineering, acoustics, and music theory, often supported by a relevant degree or specialized training. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools or Logic Pro, as well as knowledge of microphones, mixing consoles, and recording software, is standard. Strong attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication help build productive relationships with artists and collaborators. These skills are crucial for producing high-quality recordings that meet both technical and artistic standards in a competitive industry.
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Infographic showing various Music Recording job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 65% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,596 per year, or $24.3 per hour.

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Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Music Temporary Pool
Posting Number
F125
College/Area
College of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Department
Music, Theatre & Dance
Bargaining Unit
APSCUF
Position Type
Faculty - Temporary Pools
Type of Appointment
Part Time
Complement Type
Temporary
Home Campus
City
Bloomsburg
State
Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17815
FTE%
varies
Work Location
Home Campus
Salary
Per Collective Bargaining Agreement
If Other, please list
Appointment Start Date
Start dates will vary based on department needs
Benefits
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:
  • Medical and prescription drug benefits.
  • Generous retirement plans, two options:
    • Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
    • State Employees' Retirement System (SERS)
  • Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
  • Paid time off.
  • Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits.
To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.
Position Description Summary
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions (full-time one semester, part-time one semester or part-time academic year) as needs arise in the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance.
Duties
Based on the specific needs of the department at the time of appointment, a successful applicant must be qualified to teach the following.
The most frequent needs of the Department include:Applied Music Instructors (private lessons and weekly studio class) and Music Student Teacher Supervisors
Anticipated needs for the 2024-2025 academic year also include: Ensemble Directors (Marching Band, Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Bloomsburg campus; Orchestra, Mansfield campus) and Music Technology Instruction (Bloomsburg campus)
The location for these temporary positions varies with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)
Minimum Requirements:
Applied Music Instructor Position
  • Master's degree in music discipline, education or related field
  • Record of performance and pedagogy experience

Music Student Teacher Supervision Position
  • Master's degree in education, music discipline or related field
  • Music teaching experience

Ensemble Director Position
  • Master's degree in music education, conducting, or related field
  • Experience conducting music ensembles

Music Technology Position
  • Master's degree in music technology or related field, or equivalent experience in music recording technologies and/or live sound reinforcement

Preferred Qualifications:
Applied Music Instructor Position
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students
  • Extensive knowledge of appropriate pedagogy and literature
  • Additional education
  • Ability to teach other coursework

Music Student Teacher Supervision Position
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students
  • Experience working with pre-service music teachers and college students
  • 10 years of music teaching experience

Ensemble Director Position
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students
  • Experience conducting college ensembles
  • Extensive knowledge of appropriate college ensemble repertoire

Music Technology Position
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to teach, evaluate, and advise students
  • Ability to teach other coursework, including applied music lessions (instrument or voice)

Special Instructions to Applicants
Application materials include a cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position, curriculum vita, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process as judged by the department faculty.
Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty.
Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance and criminal background.
Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
Supplemental Information
Recommendation for hiring is needed for a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty.
Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
Faculty may be assigned to provide instruction through distance education.
Background Clearances
Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.
Diversity Statement
At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:
  • Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
  • Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
  • Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.

Title IX/Clery
The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.
The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University's compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University's compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University's crime statistics, which is available in a publication called "Annual Security Report", please contact Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University - Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University - Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu/offices-directory/university-police/annual-security-report. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East - Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.
About Commonwealth University of PA
The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.
We're Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.
We're Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.
We're Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.
Anticipated Start Date
as needs arise between now and spring 2028
Anticipated End Date
Posting Detail Information
Open Date mm-dd-yyyy
05/11/2023
Close Date mm-dd-yyyy
05/11/2028
Open Until Filled
No
Quick Link
https://commonwealthu.peopleadmin.com/postings/975