Also called: Planetarium operator, Dome show producer
Runs live star shows and astronomy programs under a planetarium dome.
Planetarium educators fly audiences through the solar system using real-time software, answer kids' questions about black holes, and produce full-dome videos. Many work at science centers, colleges, or school districts.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in astronomy, physics, or education.
Ways in: 4-year college. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Astronomy, Physics, Education.
Growing about average. Small field.
Low risk for 10 years. Dome software gets smarter, but live star shows and answering kids' questions about black holes stay human.
Classes: AP Physics, Earth and space science, Speech or theater.
Official data: O*NET occupation 25-3021.
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