The best career paths for aspiring young creatives
Young people care. They care about things such as affecting social change, obtaining a work-life balance, and that pesky thing called self-fulfillment. They want to love the work they do, impact their community and make the world a better place. There is also a want for a sense of recognition from colleagues, and a desire to feel that they are valued and highly regarded by peers. Though earning more money and having benefits is important, many things need to be taken into consideration when choosing a career. Thinking outside the box and learnability is a must. Gone are the days of the life-long job model. With new skills emerging as fast as old ones become extinct, the desire and ability to adapt skills to remain employable redefine career security for millennials. Here are some of the most lucrative careers for young creatives.
1. Local SEO strategist Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is a valuable and unique skill to have today, and astute millennials are picking up on the high demand for
it. As a career, you can specialise in local SEO and consult for local magazines, strategise for individual brands on what they can do to improve their Google rankings, and charge according to services you offer depending on the services you offer.
2. Social media manager Social media has exploded over the last 10 years, and millennials are quickly filling up job openings in companies that are tuning in to the importance of having a strong social presence. If you can’t get away from your smartphone, you may be able to turn it into a full-time career. If this is your passion, there are a few ways to do this for a living. You can consult, or start your own agency after learning the tricks of the trade with your own channels, and apply the skills to bigger companies, charging for the implementation, time spent and results obtained. We foresee this career becoming more popular than ever, and it’s not going anywhere any time soon. Not too bad for a 25-year old with no job experience. ...Continues on the next page
