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Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.
Private for profit
Self-employed
Private not for profit
State and local government
Federal Government
Employment of writers and authors is projected to grow 5 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 15,100 openings for writers and authors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.
You love creating things and expressing yourself through art, writing and music.
You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.
RIASEC represents six broad interest areas—Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, and Conventional—helping individuals identify careers that match their skills and preferences.
Take the RIASEC TestData supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.