Career Profile
Writers & Authors
Writers & Authors Incl. Blogger/Vlogger originate and prepare written material.
General Information
Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material. Excludes News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists (27-3023), Public Relations Specialists (27-3031), and Technical Writers (27-3042).
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Writers & Authors
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 71 openings per year are projected for Writers & Authors.
Employment Change
Employment for Writers & Authors is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.4% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $29.98/hour. Entry level workers are paid $18.15, while experienced workers are paid $38.11. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 478 Writers & Authors in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 557.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Writers & Authors are Independent Artists, Writers, and Performers, Motion Picture and Video Industries, and Advertising, Public Relations, and Related Services.
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Writers & Authors include English Language, Sales and Marketing, and Communications and Media.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Writers & Authors is Bachelor's. 65% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.