SOC code 27-2041
There have been 82 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Music Directors and Composers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 87.8% certified. The median annualized wage is $61,257. The top sponsor is Stl Tones (US), with most positions based in CA.
All sponsoring employers
42 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Music Directors and Composers. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state | Top city |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stl Tones (US) | 5 | 100.0% | $60,000 | TN | Nashville |
| Cathedral Of The Sacred Heart | 4 | 100.0% | $44,500 | TX | San Angelo |
| Piano Academy Florida | 4 | 100.0% | $53,513 | FL | Jupiter |
| Redback USA | 4 | 100.0% | $74,500 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Tag Music | 4 | 100.0% | $75,000 | CA | Los Angeles |
| The Saint Thomas More | 4 | 100.0% | $65,000 | CT | New Haven |
| Amplified Cactus | 3 | 66.7% | $37,000 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Eman Music | 3 | 66.7% | $49,800 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Fei Tian College | 3 | 100.0% | $37,000 | NY | Cuddebackville |
| Joy Music House | 3 | 66.7% | $52,000 | CA | Los Angeles |
| Tiny Giants | 3 | 100.0% | $78,000 | TN | Nashville |
| Vqt Music Academy | 3 | 66.7% | $45,000 | CA | Westminster |
| Bolis Media | 2 | 50.0% | $61,422 | AZ | Suprise |
| Christ The King Catholic Church | 2 | 50.0% | $85,000 | AR | Little Rock |
| Doscomp | 2 | 50.0% | $50,000 | CA | Canyon Country |
| Ilsley Music | 2 | 100.0% | $85,738 | CA | Santa Monica |
| Larchmont Music Academy | 2 | 50.0% | $99,840 | NY | Larchmont |
| Los Angeles Academy For Artists Music Production | 2 | 50.0% | $50,000 | CA | Santa Monica |
| Quill Quaver Associates | 2 | 100.0% | $104,000 | NY | New York |
| Sunny Brae | 2 | 100.0% | $61,647 | NY | New York |
| The Madeleine Choir School | 2 | 100.0% | $55,000 | UT | Salt Lake City |
| Anchored Records | 1 | 100.0% | $41,600 | CA | Anaheim |
| Bb Iii Productions | 1 | 100.0% | $65,000 | NY | New York |
| Bigfishsmallpond | 1 | 100.0% | $104,000 | VA | Richmond |
| Cathedral Church Of The Sacred Heart - San Angelo | 1 | 100.0% | $45,000 | TX | San Angelo |
| Citizen Music | 1 | 100.0% | $65,000 | CA | Santa Monica |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra | 1 | 100.0% | $55,000 | MI | Detroit |
| Foster Entertainment | 1 | 100.0% | $75,000 | NY | New York |
| Glenayr Music | 1 | 100.0% | $93,600 | NY | New York |
| Haze Harmonics | 1 | 100.0% | $38,854 | OR | Hood River |
| Kompass Music | 1 | 100.0% | $40,000 | NY | New York |
| Lilac Coat Production | 1 | 100.0% | $156,000 | CA | San Francisco |
| Lumi Luna Productions | 1 | 100.0% | $104,000 | NY | New York |
| Mophonics | 1 | 100.0% | $60,000 | NY | Newyork |
| Music Academy Foundation | 1 | 0.0% | $93,600 | NY | Garden City |
| Newark School Of The Arts | 1 | 100.0% | $83,200 | NJ | Newark |
| Open Parachute | 1 | 100.0% | $62,296 | CA | Santa Monica |
| The Elements Productions | 1 | 100.0% | $110,000 | IL | Chicago |
| The Juilliard School | 1 | 100.0% | $85,592 | NY | New York |
| The Music Academy Foundation | 1 | 100.0% | $93,600 | NY | Garden City |
| Tlove Partners | 1 | 100.0% | $128,960 | CA | San Rafael |
| War Horse Management | 1 | 100.0% | $117,957 | NY | New York |
Top states
Where Music Directors and Composers E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 31 (37.8%) | $52,000 |
| NY | 19 (23.2%) | $85,592 |
| TN | 8 (9.8%) | $78,000 |
| TX | 5 (6.1%) | $45,000 |
| CT | 4 (4.9%) | $65,000 |
| FL | 4 (4.9%) | $53,513 |
| AR | 2 (2.4%) | $85,000 |
| AZ | 2 (2.4%) | $61,422 |
| UT | 2 (2.4%) | $55,000 |
| IL | 1 (1.2%) | $110,000 |
| MI | 1 (1.2%) | $55,000 |
| NJ | 1 (1.2%) | $83,200 |
| OR | 1 (1.2%) | $38,854 |
| VA | 1 (1.2%) | $104,000 |
Top cities
Cities where Music Directors and Composers E-3 jobs are filed.
| City | State | Filings | Median wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | CA | 17 | $52,000 |
| New York | NY | 11 | $85,592 |
| Nashville | TN | 6 | $78,000 |
| Santa Monica | CA | 6 | $63,648 |
| San Angelo | TX | 5 | $45,000 |
| New Haven | CT | 4 | $65,000 |
| Cuddebackville | NY | 3 | $37,000 |
| Westminster | CA | 3 | $45,000 |
| Canyon Country | CA | 2 | $50,000 |
| Franklin | TN | 2 | $74,500 |
| Garden City | NY | 2 | $93,600 |
| Jupiter | FL | 2 | $58,263 |
| Larchmont | NY | 2 | $99,840 |
| Little Rock | AR | 2 | $85,000 |
| Salt Lake City | UT | 2 | $55,000 |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Music Director | 12 |
| MUSIC DIRECTOR | 9 |
| CATHEDRAL MUSIC DIRECTOR | 5 |
| ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MUSIC | 4 |
| Producer | 3 |
| Orchestra Conductor | 3 |
| Musical Director and Composer | 3 |
| Music Composer | 3 |
| Composer | 3 |
| Sound Designer & Composer | 2 |
| Product Manager | 2 |
| Music Director (Woodwind and Piano) | 2 |
| LEAD COMPOSER/PRODUCER | 2 |
| In-House Producer | 2 |
| Director of Music | 2 |
| DIRECTOR | 2 |
| Composer Assistant | 2 |
| Producer, Arranger and Performer | 1 |
| Musical Director | 1 |
| Music teacher | 1 |
| Music management, training and performing | 1 |
| Music Teacher | 1 |
| Music Producer | 1 |
| Music Consultant and Director | 1 |
| MUSIC PRODUCER | 1 |
| MUSIC FACULTY | 1 |
| MUSIC COMPOSER AND SONGWRITER | 1 |
| MUSIC COMPOSER | 1 |
| Lead Sound Designer | 1 |
| Lead Composer/Producer | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Music Directors and Composers. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 8 | 100.0% | $62,296 | |
| FY2021 | 3 | 100.0% | $55,000 | |
| FY2022 | 13 | 92.3% | $52,000 | |
| FY2023 | 9 | 88.9% | $55,000 | |
| FY2024 | 18 | 83.3% | $78,000 | |
| FY2025 | 19 | 84.2% | $65,000 | |
| FY2026 | 12 | 83.3% | $61,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Music Directors and Composers have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 82 Labor Condition Application filings for Music Directors and Composers on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 87.8% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Music Directors and Composers on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Music Directors and Composers on the E-3 visa is $61,257, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Music Directors and Composers on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Music Directors and Composers are: Stl Tones (US) (5 filings), Cathedral Of The Sacred Heart (4 filings), Piano Academy Florida (4 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa music directors and composers based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Music Directors and Composers are based in: CA (31 filings), NY (19 filings), TN (8 filings).
Can Australians work as music directors and composers on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Music Directors and Composers is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
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