Careers in Writing
It is estimated that there are around 123 million writers in the world today. But it is really hard to say if this is an accurate figure. People can work as full time writers, but they might also be writing as a side hustle or a hobby.
Do we need more writers?
Well, the simple answer is yes. There are virtually endless opportunities for writers worldwide with an increasing demand for writers in a variety of settings, such as business, social media, content writing etc.
Here are just some examples of careers and side hustles where there are many opportunities for skilled writers.
Scriptwriting
Scriptwriting is not just about writing scripts for films, radio and TV. The demand for scriptwriting is massive as there are so many different areas where scriptwriters are required, such as –
Video game writing
Board game developing and writing
Vlogging
Blogging
Influencing
Chatbot scriptwriting
Voice over writing
Courses Available – Scriptwriting, Blogging.
Marketing and Business Writing
73% businesses worldwide use content writers or writers in some form. This creates lots of opportunities for writers, such as -
Copywriting
Content writing
Business storytelling
Again, vlogging, blogging and influencing
SEO specialist writing
Speech writing
Grant writing
Learn more about writing for business.
Courses available - Business Storytelling, Blog Writing, Marketing Studies, Copywriting, Digital Marketing, Freelance Writing
Creative Writing
Creative writing offers opportunities for published and self-published writers. The world has changed with around 2.3 million books being self-published. Many self-published authors do not make a living from writing, but there are published and self-published writers who are extremely successful.
Creative writing is not just about writing novels. There are many other ways to become a creative writer. Some examples -
Novel writing
Personalised poems writing
Ghost writing
Online dating profile ghost writing
Gift card writing
Biography writing
Dramatic writing
Writing for children
Creative writing requires imagination and skills in storytelling. Study creative writing. Build fiction and non-fiction writing skills, develop style, structure narratives, and explore different genres.
Courses available - Creative Writing, Dramatic Writing, Writing Fiction, Writing for Children, Poetry Writing, Biographical Writing, Communication.
Journalism and Media Careers
Careers in journalism and media are fast paced and have an impact on the real world. This path can take you around the world, covering events, telling real stories, and building a public voice. Some options include -
Journalism
Photojournalism
Travel Writing
Sports Writing
Science Writing
Other areas of specialism
Courses available - Journalism Practice 1, Photojournalism, Advanced Freelance Writing, Photography
Specialist & Technical Writing
This is a high paying and expertise-driven area of writing. These roles often pay more because they require precision and expertise. You become the person who translates complex information into something people can understand.
Examples include -
Medical Writer
Technical Writer
Grant Writer
Courses available include - Professional Writing, Writing Non-Fiction, Efficient writing, Technical, Freelance writing
Educational Writing
In teaching and knowledge based writing, you are not just writing, you are shaping how others learn. Writers can be involved in education as -
A teacher
A trainer
A course writer and developer
As a textbook writer
Or writing any educational materials, such as informatics, worksheets, exams etc.
Courses available include – Course Writing and Development, Writing in Practice.
Editing and Publishing
With the growth in the demand for content, there is also a growth in demand for editors and publishers.
Courses available in Editing and Publishing.
Be A Successful Writer
To work as a successful writer, you need to have imagination, good organisation and the ability to tell a story, whether it is fictional or non-fictional.
But beyond that, you also need to be -
Be adaptable
Able to translate complicated information into understandable information
Have persuasive skills, strategic skills and planning skills
Able to manage your time well and meet deadlines
And you need to be self-disciplined.
By studying writing, you will develop skills to enable you to work from anywhere and even build your own brand or business. Many writers combine multiple income streams (blogs, clients, affiliate marketing).
ACS offers a gateway into flexible careers where writing becomes:
A freelance business
A remote job
A creative outlet
A portfolio career (multiple income streams)
View our writing courses here or contact us on admin@acs.edu.au for more information.
