Automation index
How much of a Musician’s job can AI already do?
A backing track and a score generate. Playing live, tuning to a room, and lasting a concert do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Musician
21%
AI can already do 21% of this job.
#438 / 643
View rankingMusician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Compose, arrange and produce demos.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 42% | +7.6 |
Scores, desk rehearsal and setlists.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 30% | +4.8 |
Play in concert, session or pit.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 22% | 8% | +1.8 |
Rehearse with the band and lock the live show.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
Contracts, touring and promotion.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 16% | +2.2 |
Lessons, commissions and keeping the instrument.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 14% | 18% | +2.5 |
| Total | 100% | 21% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- Compose, arrange and produce demos
- Scores, desk rehearsal and setlists
- Play in concert, session or pit
- Contracts, touring and promotion
- musico
- musician
- instrumentista
- concertista
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-2042.00· ESCO/ISCO 2652
IS WORK OVER?
HVAC technician
27%
#185 / 643
View rankingHVAC technician
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Recommend, develop, or perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 28% | +2.2 |
Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 12% | +0.7 |
Keep records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 12% | +0.6 |
Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 5% | 55% | +2.8 |
Install, connect, or adjust thermostats, humidistats, or timers.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 4% | 28% | +1.1 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 50% | 28% | +14 |
| Total | 100% | 27% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- refrigerants
- electric heating systems
- hydraulics
- thermodynamics
- fluid mechanics
- domestic cooling systems
- electricity
- electrical wiring plans
- mechanics
- work ergonomically
Sources for this job· O*NET 49-9021.00· ESCO/ISCO 7127