Writers and Authors

SOC Code: 27-3043

Writers and Authorss develop advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients, working with an advertising agency's creative director and art director to determine the best way to present advertising information. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 90.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Writing, Writing, Reading Comprehension.

AI-Proof Score: 90.8Very High
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Median Salary

$72,270

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Job Growth

3.6%

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Training Time

Considerable preparation (2-4 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 4 / 5

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Training Cost

~$40,000

Key Skills

  • Writing
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Critical Thinking
  • Speaking

Common Tasks

  • Develop advertising campaigns for a wide range of clients, working with an advertising agency's creative director and art director to determine the best way to present advertising information.
  • Vary language and tone of messages based on product and medium.
  • Present drafts and ideas to clients.
  • Discuss with the client the product, advertising themes and methods, and any changes that should be made in advertising copy.
  • Review advertising trends, consumer surveys, and other data regarding marketing of goods and services to determine the best way to promote products.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation
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