Geelong

Songwriter

A Songwriter composes music and lyrics for artists to perform. You might perform the songs yourself or write them for another artist or a recording company. Some songwriters create music especially for music, television or stage productions. Songwriters may specialise in a particular genre of music such as pop, classical or rap.

Songwriters need to be talented in their field and should be able to write a variety of music pieces as required. You’ll need to be creative and have a strong knowledge of the music production process. Songwriters should understand current trends in the music industry, particularly in the genre they are writing for.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $77,480
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a songwriter?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CUA50820

Diploma of Music

On Campus, Online
12 - 48 months
$0 - $35,712
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA40920

Certificate IV in Music

On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA50820

Diploma of Music (Sound Production)

On Campus
12 months
$0 - $16,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA40920

Certificate IV in Music (Performance)

On Campus
6 months
$11,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Songwriter Musician
CUA40920

Certificate IV in Music (Sound Production)

On Campus
4 - 6 months
$0 - $10,371
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA30920

Certificate III in Music (Performance)

Traineeship
4 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Musician Music Composer Songwriter
CUA30920

Certificate III in Music (Sound Production)

On Campus, Traineeship
4 - 6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CUA30920

Certificate III in Music (Creation and Composition)

Traineeship
6 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Music Composer Music Editor Songwriter
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