Writers
Writers use words to express thoughts and interpret information.
84%
12%
4%
National data for writers and authors (SOC 27-3043)
$18,240
$39,960
$96,830
$8.77
$19.21
$46.55
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures
High school diploma or GED
Bachelor's degree – in communications, journalism, or English
On-the-job training
May work part time or full time. Copywriters usually work full time
May have a flexible schedule
WRITERS will:
Write things from captions to novels to speeches
Some work for others, while many work on a free-lance basis
Usually revise work several times
Often work alone
May have flexible schedules
WRITERS frequently:
Sit for long periods of time
Repeat the same motions
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls
It is important that WRITERS be able to:
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
Speak clearly so listeners can understand
Understand the speech of another person
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