While the print industry is reportedly dwindling, not all media work is in decline. If you love communications, whether through the written word or multimedia, you can still find a dream job and a salary in one of the following areas.
1. Film editor
The explosion of online and mobile video content has led to increased demand for film and video editors. Candidates must be adept at using editing software and generally have a degree related to film or broadcasting.
2. Technical producer
Technical writers create everything from instruction manuals to documentation, and tend to work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)-related industries.
You’ll need a bachelor’s degree and experience in a technical subject, as well as the ability to explain complex concepts in a simple way to different audiences and hit deadlines.
3. Video producer
If you spend time online, you will have noticed that video is taking over your favourite sites. Someone has to create this eye-catching, meme-inspiring content, and that person is a video producer.
As the internet video boom continues, expect to see more of these jobs on the horizon.
4. PR specialist
If you have fantastic communication skills and are comfortable talking up the merits of your favourite brand or product, a career in public relations might be perfect for you.
Work for advertising agencies, PR firms, or large companies with in-house teams, who design and execute media strategies to keep their clients’ products and services in the news (in a good way).
5. Art director
Interested in designing visual concepts for promotions and products, for print, online, television or other media? Art direction may be the job for you.
Depending on their industry, art directors may have previously worked as graphic designers, photographers or illustrators.
To succeed, you must be able to communicate well and manage a team of artists, as well as generally be proficient in design software.
6. Content strategist
The occupational outlook for editors might be pretty poor – the profession is expected to decline by 3% over the next few years – but this doesn’t mean these skills are out of demand.
Tech-savvy editors who don’t mind learning how to use Google Analytics and the basics of search engine optimisation (SEO) can transition themselves from editorial roles into this relatively new occupation, and earn a good living doing it.
7. Social media specialist
If you already spend most of your time on the likes of Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, you might be able to turn your passion into a career.
Just be advised: in addition to a bachelor’s degree and social media savviness, this job requires tact and discretion. The internet never forgets.
This article first appeared in jobstore.com.
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