High Demand Careers for Creatives: 7 Dream Jobs That Actually Pay
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Does your stomach churn at the thought of working in an office? Is your dream to turn your creative aspirations into a full-time career?
Then look no further, because we’ve compiled a creative jobs list of 7 innovative careers that are sure to inspire you to take the leap and find your creative calling.
Creative Careers in Australia
It’s a common misconception that artsy careers don’t make money – leaving us creatives torn between our passion and the need to generate a stable income. Generally speaking, the bulk of us choose the latter as a priority, leaving our creativity boxed up and never to see the light of day again.
The tricky thing about being an artist, is that along with creating your ‘art’ you also need to be making a stable living. This is why to be successful, you must create a harmonious relationship between your passion and profit. Below are 7 creative career paths that do exactly that, and won’t leave you living pay check to pay check.
1. Interior Designer
How to Become an Interior Designer – Qualification: Professional Interior Design Course
Interior Design Job Description
Interior Designers are responsible for the planning, design and details for building interiors. This can range from the construction of commercial and industrial spaces, to retail and residential spaces. Interior Designers focus on planning, creating and enhancing these environments.
Very Strong
Job Growth
Annual Interior Design Salary Australia
What do Interior Designers Do?
Day to day, Interior Designers will do some of the following tasks:
Top 5 Skills
Active Listening
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
Design
Customer and Personal Service
Building and Construction
English Language
Administration and Management
2. Beauty Therapist
How to Become a Beauty Therapist – Qualification: Diploma of Beauty Therapy
What is a Beauty Therapist: Job Description
Beauty Therapists are responsible for performing a variety of beauty treatments on clients, involving, but not limited to skincare, body treatments, nail care, spa therapy and aromatherapy. Beauty Therapists may also perform some administrative duties such as greeting clients and taking bookings.
Very Strong
Job Growth
Beauty Therapist Salary Australia
What Do Beauty Therapists Do?
Top 5 Event Management Skills
Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Critical Thinking
Active Learning
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
Sales and Marketing
Administration and Management
Education and Training
English Language
3. Wedding Coordinator/Event Planner
How to Become a Wedding Planner – Qualification:
Diploma of Event Management
Event Planner Job Description
Event Planners are employed by clients to organise and coordinate services for a wide range of events, which include conferences, functions such as birthdays and weddings, industry events and general seminars.
Very Strong
Job Growth
Event Planner Salary
What Does an Event Planner Do?
Event Management Skills
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Speaking
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Communications and Media
Clerical
Administration and Management
4. Graphic Designer
How to Become a Graphic Designer – Qualification: Graphic Design Diploma
Graphic Design Job Description
Graphic or Creative Designers create visual concepts to convey notions through informing and inspiring, and in turn capturing the attention of consumers. Graphic Design can be done both as freelance and in-house.
Very Strong
Job Growth
Graphic Design Salary Australia
What Do Graphic Designers Do?
Top 5 Graphic Design Skills
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Coordination
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
Communications and Media
Design
Fine Arts
Computers and Electronics
English Language
5. Copywriter
How to Become a Freelance Writer in Australia – Qualification:
Certificate IV in Marketing
Copywriter Job Description
Copywriters can work either permanently in-house or on a freelance basis, to create written content that is focused around marketing, advertising and general descriptive content. This copy can range from more creative text, SEO-focused text or more research-based text, with many other forms found in between.
Strong
Job Growth
Copywriter Salary
What Do Copywriters Do?
Top 5 Skills
Active Listening
Reading Comprehension
Writing
Speaking
Critical Thinking
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
English Language
Communications and Media
Law and Government
Telecommunications
Computers and Electronics
6. Photographer
How to Become a Photographer – Qualification:
Diploma of Photography
Photographer Job Description
A self-explanatory one here – a photographer is essentially an artist with a camera. Photographers utilise a combination of technical skills and creative flair to take photographs of just about anything. Majority of photographers are self-employed.
Different Types of Photography
From weddings, people and places, to landscapes and nature, the possibilities are really endless with the photography industry.
Strong
Job Growth
Photographer Salary
What Does a Photographer Do?
Top 5 Skills
Active Listening
Speaking
Service Orientation
Social Perceptiveness
Active Learning
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
Customer and Personal Service
Sales and Marketing
Computers and Electronics
Fine Arts
English Language
7. Social Media Manager
How to Become a Social Media Manager – Qualification: Diploma of Social Media Marketing
Social Media Manager Job Description
A Social Media Manager is responsible for putting a social strategy into place, depending on client or company goals, whilst also monitoring any other actions from other colleagues. The Social Media Manager has the final say in which platforms are best suited to the businesses industry and what kind of creative content and copy you will make.
Strong
Job Growth
Social Media Manager Salary
What Does a Social Media Manager Do?
Top 5 Skills
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Top 5 Knowledge Areas
English Language
Communications and Media
Administration and Management
Sales and Marketing
Customer and Personal Service
So, what are you waiting for? Enquire on a creative course today and ditch that dull office job once and for all!
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Courses found:
Diploma of Business BSB50215
Whether you want to run your own business, build someone else’s business, or simply improve your administration, problem solving and economic skills, a Diploma of Business may open doors for you. This Diploma presents a broad range of business skills a...
Diploma of Leadership and Management BSB51915
Are you a born leader? Or do you simply want to learn valuable leadership skills to better your employment opportunities? The Diploma of Leadership and Management will help you develop entrepreneurial and innovative expertise in client/customer relatio...
Job Outcomes
- Team leader
- Sales manager
- Branch manager
- Operations manager
- Business development manager
Diploma of Project Management BSB51415
If you enjoy overseeing tasks and initiating creativity, a Diploma of Project Management could be for you. Gain the skills you will need to attract prospective employers. Learn how to manage, execute and evaluate projects and oversee cost, time and tea...
Diploma of Accounting FNS50215
A Diploma of Accounting is specifically designed for those individuals who need a broad financial knowledge base for current or future employment. Graduates from this course can expect to receive solid training in accounting practices and taxation proc...
Diploma of Social Media Marketing (Delivered in Virtual Reality) 1011NAT
The Diploma of Social Media Marketing (1011NAT) will teach you how to become a social media expert and how to successfully develop and implement a social media marketing strategy. This course is ideal for those who want to upskill in a high demand indu...
Diploma of Business (Delivered in Virtual Reality) BSB50215
Whether you’re aspiring for a promotion, wanting to make a career transition, skilling yourself to enter the workforce or a budding entrepreneur with plans to take over the World, the Diploma of Business will help you achieve your goals. Delivered in V...
Job Outcomes
- Management Officer
- Executive Officer
- Self-employment
Certificate III in Business Administration BSB30415
Skills in business administration are highly valued by employers at any level. A Certificate III in Business Administration (BSB30415) will give you the foundations for employment in an office environment, across all kinds of industries. With administr...
Job Outcomes
- Accounts Receivable Clerk
- Accounts Payable Clerk
- Clerical Worker
- Data Entry Operator
- Junior Personal Assistant
- Receptionist
- Administration Assistant
- Word Processing Operator
Certificate IV in New Small Business BSB42615
Need some help to guide you on setting up and running your own small business? The Certificate IV in New Small Business (BSB42615) is for those entrepreneurs who are just starting out and want to be fully informed along their business start-up journey!...
Job Outcomes
- Business Managers
- Small Business Owners
Certificate III in Business BSB30115
If you’re looking for a qualification to assist you in gaining employment in one of many office administration roles in any industry, then look no further than the Certificate III in Business (BSB30115). If you’re a people person and you enjoy striving...
Job Outcomes
- Customer Service Advisor
- Data Entry Operator
- Clerical Worker
- Payroll Officer
- Typist
- Word Processing Operator
Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication BSB42415
Do you have creative talent? Kick start your career in marketing and communication with our Certificate IV course....
Job Outcomes
- Direct Marketing Officer
- Market Research Assistant
- Marketing Coordinator
- Marketing Officer
- Public Relations Officer
- Communication Advisor
Certificate IV in Disability (SA ONLY) CHC43115
The Certificate IV in Disability is aimed at people who have existing qualifications in disability care or those already working in the Disability Care industry and looking to advance their career. The Certificate IV in Disability focuses on work in re...
Job Outcomes
- Behavioural support officer
- Development officer
- Disability support officer/worker
- Job coordinator
- Lifestyle support officer
- Local area coordinator
- Project officer
- Residential care officer
- Senior personal care assistant
- Social educator
- Supervisor
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) (SA ONLY) CHC33015
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work invol...
Job Outcomes
- Accommodation support worker
- Care worker
- Community care worker
- Disability service officer (in some jurisdictions)
- Field officer
- Home care assistant
- In-home respite worker
- Nursing Assistant
- Personal care assistant
- Residential care worker
- Support worker
Certificate IV in Ageing Support (SA ONLY) CHC43015
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support is aimed at people who have existing qualifications in Ageing or those already working in the Aged Care industry and looking to advance their career. This qualification reflects the role of support workers who compl...
Job Outcomes
- Accommodation support worker
- Hostel supervisor
- Assistant hostel supervisor
- Personal care worker
- Care supervisor
- Program coordinator – social programs
- Care team leader
- Residential care worker
- Day activity worker
- Support worker
Certificate IV in Mental Health (SA ONLY) CHC43315
This qualification provides you with the expertise to explore career opportunities in the health industry. You will learn the necessary skills and knowledge to care for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. You’ll graduate with...
Job Outcomes
- Community rehabilitation and support worker
- Mental health rehabilitation
- Community support worker
- Mental health support worker
- Mental health outreach worker
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) (SA ONLY) CHC33015
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work invol...
Job Outcomes
- Accommodation support worker
- Care worker
- Community support worker
- Disability service officer (in some jurisdictions)
- Field officer
- Home care assistant
- In-home respite worker
- Nursing assistant
- Personal care worker
- Residential care worker
- Support worker
Certificate III in Early Childhood and Care (SA ONLY) CHC30113
The Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC30113) provides you with the knowledge and skills required by child care workers across a range of early childhood education settings. Start a rewarding career in the booming child care indu...
Job Outcomes
- Child Care Assistant
- Playgroup supervisor
- Family day care worker
- Child care worker
- Outside school hours care assistant
- Recreation assistant
- Nanny
- Mobile assistant
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (SA ONLY) CHC50113
The Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care (CHC50113) provides you with the knowledge and skills required by child care workers across a range of early childhood education settings. Start a rewarding career in the booming child care industry as...
Job Outcomes
- Authorised supervisor
- Centre manager
- Child care assistant
- Child development worker
- Children’s adviser
- Children’s service director or manager
- Children’s services coordinator
- Director children’s services
- Program leader
- Team coordinator or leader
Funeral Services Training (NSW, QLD, SA, VIC & WA ONLY)
This course can be done as a stand-alone course or as great additional training for Celebrants, public speakers, Masters of Ceremony who wish to expand their knowledge in the Funeral Service industry. The focus of this course is to introduce the studen...
Job Outcomes
- Funeral celebrant
- Contract celebrant
Funeral Services Training
This course can be done as a stand-alone course or as great additional training for Celebrants, public speakers, Masters of Ceremony who wish to expand their knowledge in the Funeral Service industry. The focus of this course is to introduce the studen...
Job Outcomes
- Funeral celebrant
- Contract celebrant
Fashion Design Certificate
This Fashion Design course has been designed in consultation with the fashion industry and teaches you the skills that you need to succeed quickly and conveniently. The fashion industry offers exciting and glamorous career paths that many people only d...
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