The path to becoming a Producer is not linear, but some qualifications and experiences can help you advance your career. There are a variety of Producer specialties, with each having a unique background of requirements and knowledge. For example, a Radio Producer will have different roles and responsibilities than a Movie Producer. Production is commonplace in film and the advertising business, but it can also include music and theater. Producers need to understand which direction they want to go to and learn the trends and skills necessary for their desired career path.  
  
Many Producers begin their career by obtaining a degree related to production. Some relevant fields include communications, business, or journalism. Although a degree can certainly help you advance your career, not all Producers have one.  
  
One helpful step to pave the way to becoming a Producer involves gaining experience in your preferred industry. You can achieve this via an internship while completing your studies or through an assistant position, allowing aspiring Producers to gain real-life knowledge in their field while being exposed to the workplace.  
  
Like many careers, becoming a Producer is heavily dependent on your experience and skills. As a Producer, you need to be a creative leader with management skills and organization and have the right resources, experience, education, or connections to begin your career. 

What can help you become a Producer? 

• Deciding your Field

Producers exist in a variety of different fields, from music to television. If you want to become a Producer, you must decide which area of Production you plan to advance your career and take the proper steps to land you the role. Although Producers share many similar roles and responsibilities, they also need to build their expertise in areas that apply to their field.  
  

• Experience  

Like many careers, you will eventually work your way up over time as a Producer. Although professional Producers play a large role during any Production, junior positions can help teach aspiring Producers how to prepare for the role. Internships are also an excellent opportunity to gain more exposure to a Producers workplace. Gaining experience is also a perfect opportunity to network, which can be very advantageous as you continue to grow your career as a Producer.  
  

• Further Education  

Many degrees exist that can help facilitate your path to becoming a Producer. While some degrees pinpoint certain skill sets that may be advantageous for some fields of Production, other degrees can also help advance your career as a Producer. What you decide to study should be based on your interests and where you see your career progressing.