Also called: Period Advisor
Makes sure movies, TV shows, and video games get history right.
Reviews a script set in 1776 for anachronisms, advises costume designers on period clothing, and answers questions on set.
Highly variable; usually freelance alongside other work.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Doctorate (PhD), about 8 years after high school. Often a PhD historian with media connections.
Ways in: 4-year college, Graduate school. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: History, Film Studies.
Growing about average. Not tracked by BLS.
Medium risk for 10 years. AI answers basic period questions cheaply; studios still pay for deep expertise and a credible name.
Classes: AP US History, AP European History, Theater or film.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-3093.
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