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The Entertainer career is one of the ten careers available in the base game of The Sims 4. This career allows Sims to pursue a career in the entertainment industry through two specialization branches: Comedian and Musician.
Sims with skills in Comedy or musical instruments can progress well in this career. Each branch has different daily tasks, promotion requirements, and rewards.
This guide covers each level of the Entertainer career, including promotion requirements, work schedules, salaries, and information about the Comedian and Musician branches.
Overview
The Entertainer career has two specialization branches that become available at Level 5. The two paths have significantly different skill requirements.
Comedian focuses on social interactions and entertainment, with main activities involving writing comedy material and performing in front of audiences. To progress along this path, Sims need to develop Comedy and Charisma, with Comedy eventually needing to reach the maximum level.
Meanwhile, Musician focuses on musical ability. Piano is the primary skill, while Guitar and Violin also need to be developed to Level 8 to fulfill career requirements at higher levels.
During the early stages, Entertainer has evening work hours and a relatively low salary. After choosing a specialization, the schedule and income improve as the career level increases.
Preparing Before Choosing a Career Branch
Because the skill requirements for the two branches differ considerably, it is recommended to decide which path to pursue early so your Sim can prepare the necessary skills.
For Comedian, focus on developing Comedy and Charisma.
For aspiring Musicians, start practicing musical instruments early. Piano should be the priority, while Guitar and Violin need to be developed for the higher-level requirements.
During the early Entertainer levels, some promotion requirements also require Guitar or Violin to reach Level 3. Therefore, musical ability should still be considered even if you eventually choose Comedian.
Recommended Traits and Mood for Musicians
Most Musician activities involve practicing instruments and developing creative skills. Several Traits can support this playstyle, including Creative, Music Lover, and Loner.
The Creative Trait helps Sims obtain Inspired moodlets more easily, which are useful when practicing instruments and developing creative skills.
Music Lover provides various benefits when Sims interact with music. Sims are more likely to feel Happy when playing instruments or listening to music, making practice sessions more comfortable.
Loner slows the decline of the Social need. This Trait is suitable because Sims will spend a lot of time practicing Piano, Guitar, and Violin alone.
Together, these Traits can help Sims focus on practicing without being overly distracted by their Social needs.
Recommended Traits and Mood for Comedians
Comedian relies more heavily on social interactions and entertainment-related activities. Therefore, Traits that support Social and Comedy are particularly useful.
Outgoing helps Sims gain more satisfaction from social interactions and makes it easier to maintain their Social need.
Goofball makes Sims more likely to become Playful, which is the ideal mood for improving Comedy and performing various activities related to the Comedian branch.
Entertainer Career Levels: Salary, Work Schedule, Promotion Requirements, Daily Tasks, and Rewards
The table below provides complete details for the Entertainer career in The Sims 4, including salary, work hours, promotion requirements, daily tasks, and rewards at each level.
After reaching Level 5, you must choose one of the two branches: Musician or Comedian.
During the early stages of the career, Sims have either Write Jokes or Practice Music as their daily task.
To complete Practice Music:
- Play a Guitar or Violin.
- Select the Practice interaction on the instrument.
If you do not own an instrument, visit a Lounge and use one of the instruments available there.
The ideal mood varies by level:
- Entertainer Level 1–2: Inspired
- Entertainer Level 3–4: Playful
Try to trigger the appropriate mood around 30 minutes before the workday begins. The following methods can be used:
- Inspired: Use the “Thoughtful Shower” interaction.
- Playful: Watch the “Comedy channel” on television.
| Schedule | Rates | Ideal Mood | Daily Task | Promotion Requirements | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 – Amateur Entertainer | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri(9am-5pm) | §23/Hour §184/Day | Inspired | Write Jokes Practice Music | – | Impersonate Celebrity Interaction |
| Level 2 – Open Mic Seeker | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun(5pm-11pm) | §36/Hour §216/Day | Inspired | Write Jokes Practice Music | Level 2 Guitar or Violin | §451 Bonus, Porcu-Pro Business Card Holder |
| Level 3 – C-Lister | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun(5pm-11pm) | §40/Hour §240/Day | Playful | Write Jokes Practice Music | Level 2 Guitar or Violin Level 2 Comedy | §541 Bonus, Sim Idol Rug |
| Level 4 – Opening Act | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat(5pm-10pm) | §54/Hour §270/Day | Playful | Write Jokes Practice Music | Level 3 Guitar or Violin Level 3 Comedy | §595 Bonus, Rock of Ages Retro Stereo |
The Musician branch has tasks and promotion requirements focused on musical ability.
To fulfill the career requirements, Sims must master at least two of the following instruments:
- Piano
- Guitar or Violin
If you do not have enough Simoleons to purchase an instrument, you can use instruments available in public venues:
- Guitar and Violin can be found in most Lounges.
- Piano is generally available in some Nightclubs, including those in Willow Creek.
Most daily tasks can be completed by:
- Selecting an available instrument.
- Using the “Practice” interaction.
These activities also help improve the skills required for promotions.
The ideal mood for Musician is Inspired. This mood can be obtained through the Thoughtful Shower or other methods that provide an Inspired moodlet.
| Schedule | Rates | Ideal Mood | Daily Task | Promotion Requirements | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 – Jingle Jammer | |||||
| Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sun(2pm-8pm) | §67/Hour §402/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | Level 2 Piano Level 4 Guitar or Violin | §937 Bonus, A Single Rose, Write Jingle on Instruments |
| Level 6 – Serious Musician | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat(3pm-9pm) | §78/Hour §468/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | Level 4 Piano Level 5 Guitar or Violin | §1,165, Off the Charts Music Award |
| Level 7 – Professional Pianist | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat(2pm-9pm) | §87/Hour §609/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | Level 6 Piano Level 6 Guitar or Violin | §1,282 Bonus, Classical Genius Antique Piano |
| Level 8 – Symphonic String Player | |||||
| Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri, Sat(2pm-9pm) | §130/Hour §910/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | Level 8 Piano Level 7 Guitar or Violin | §1,575 Bonus |
| Level 9 – Instrumental Wonder | |||||
| Tue, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat(2pm-9pm) | §208/Hour §1,456/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | Level 10 Piano Level 8 Guitar or Violin | §2,272 Bonus |
| Level 10 – Concert Virtuoso | |||||
| Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat(2pm-9pm) | §340/Hour §2,380/Day | Inspired | Play Instrument | N/A | §5,089 Bonus, Rock Legend Signed Guitar, Concert Attire CAS Parts |
Comedian focuses on social and entertainment activities. Its daily tasks consist of:
- Write Routines
- Perform Routines
To write comedy material:
- Use a Computer.
- Select Comedy > Write Routines.
Once a Routine has been completed, Sims can perform it at a Lounge or Bar with a Microphone.
To perform a Routine:
- Click the “Microphone”.
- Select “Perform Routines”.
- Choose a previously written Routine.
The most useful mood for this branch is Playful. Sims can obtain it by watching the Comedy channel on television or using other methods that provide a Playful moodlet.
| Schedule | Rates | Ideal Mood | Daily Task | Promotion Requirements | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 – Jokesmith | |||||
| Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sun(2pm-8pm) | §67/Hour §402/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | Level 6 Comedy | §937 Bonus, I Otter Be a Star Pop Art, Try Out Material |
| Level 6 – Solid Storyteller | |||||
| Thurs, Fri, Sun(5pm-12am) | §115/Hour §805/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | Level 7 Comedy Level 2 Charisma | §1,406 Bonus, You’ve Got Talent Award |
| Level 7 – Rising Comedian | |||||
| Tue, Thu, Fri(5pm-12am) | §172/Hour §1,204/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | Level 8 Comedy Level 4 Charisma | §1,688 Bonus, Stuido Equity Track Lighting Kit |
| Level 8 – Roast Master | |||||
| Tue, Fri, Sat(4pm-11pm) | §258/Hour §1,806/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | Level 9 Comedy Level 6 Charisma | §2,532 Bonus, What a Star You Are Wall Mirror |
| Level 9 – Stand Up Star | |||||
| Tue, Fri, Sat(5pm-12am) | §310/Hour §2,170/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | Level 10 Comedy Level 8 Charisma | §4,612 Bonus, Perform Comedy in Space |
| Level 10 – Show Stopper | |||||
| Tue, Fri, Sat(5pm-11pm) | §474/Hour §2,844/Day | Playful | Write/Perform Routines | N/A | §5,534 Bonus |
Conclusion
The Entertainer career offers two distinct playstyles through Comedian and Musician, which can be selected after reaching Level 5.
Comedian focuses on Comedy and Charisma, with its main activities involving writing and performing comedy material. Its skill requirements are simpler, making it suitable for players who enjoy gameplay centered around social interactions.
Meanwhile, Musician relies on Piano, Guitar, and Violin. This path requires more practice because Sims must develop several musical skills simultaneously.
Overall, Comedian is easier to pursue, while Musician offers a greater challenge for players who want to build their Sim into a professional musician.
