As of 2024, the number of persons employed in the sound recording and music publishing sector in France stands at 4.05 thousand, down from 4.12 thousand in 2023. The forecast suggests a gradual decline in employment figures, decreasing annually to 3.76 thousand by 2028. Year-on-year variations reflect a continual decline, with a cumulative decrease over the period indicating a consistent downward trend. The average annual decrease (CAGR) over the 2024-2028 period projects to be approximately -1.5%.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of digital transformation on employment, shifts in consumer behavior influencing demand for digital vs. physical music formats, and the role of technology and artificial intelligence in music production, affecting workforce needs and skill requirements in the sector.
