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Author and Related Writer
Occupation Code: 2641
Alternative titles: Content Writer, Copywriter, Book Editor, Script Writer, Novelist, Playwright
Job description and duties
Authors and Related Writers develop written content for books, newspaper or magazine articles, advertisements (online and print), scripts, songs, poems, websites, e-books, blogs and social media platforms. Authors and Related Writers may work in a variety of sectors, including the media industry. Though the role may vary slightly depending on the setting, an Author and Related Writer is typically expected to:
• Research and come up with ideas, plots and themes that will sell well and are suitable for the medium being used
• Write for a variety of audiences
• Liaise with different people including
publishers, marketing managers, clients, graphic designers, web developers and others
• Edit and proofread written work
Work environment
Authors and Related Writers who write for advertising purposes, known as Content
Writers, typically work full-time with marketing/ digital agencies or within marketing teams of commercial organisations.
Depending on the project and deadlines at hand, working hours can vary. Authors and Related Writers may also work freelance. In this case, work may range from periods with a very intense work schedule to less busy periods. Freelance Authors and Related Writers would be expected to work from their home or personal office.
Most work in offices but may be required to go on location to carry out an interview or research.
Other Writers that write books (authors), songs, movie, television and theatre scripts are less likely to pursue full-time careers and usually do this work part-time.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although no specific qualifications are required to work as an Author and Related Writer, most academic qualifications will help to develop strong writing skills and provide a good grounding in grammar and the structure of language.
Number of employees (2017)
235
Share of foreigners (2017)
50%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+38%
Median Pay (per annum)
€22,000
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