Careers in the creative industries

PROFESSIONAL WRITER / JOURNALIST
research and monitor topical issues; gather news information from various sources such as via interviews or desktop research; report on information and present it in the form of a news story, documentary or feature article, either verbally or in print; shoot and edit video for news stories; using virtual reality to tell a story or share an experience.

COMMUNICATION OFFICER
communication research; project and campaign planning; implementation of communication initiatives; media monitoring and relations; brand management; writing for the web; direct marketing.

SOCIAL MEDIA STRATEGIST
research social media platforms and tools; social media campaign planning, implementation and monitoring; integrate social media elements into broader communication functions; social media engagement policies for the workplace.

DIGITAL DESIGNER
design print publications; app design; design for multiple platforms and interfaces; review design elements of branding.

WEB DEVELOPER
review design elements of websites; analyse client needs and develop relevant documentation; develop websites or apps; digital media production; multi-platform optimisation.

FILM AND TV EDITOR
develop pre- and post-production elements; production of a range of storytelling forms such as features, short films, drama, advertising, documentaries and promotional videos.

ARCHITECT
combine creative design with technical knowledge to create sustainable solutions for the built environment.

ARTIST
create original artwork; fine artists are usually self-employed, but some artists may produce work during artist residencies or may be commissioned by an individual or organisation.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER
specialise in concept design and strategic planning to coordinate and co-design within multi-disciplined teams and organisations, generate a variety of design outcomes for corporate and community areas producing digital and/or print outcomes.

CGI ANIMATOR
create 3D and 2D special effects, animation, illustrations, models, or other visual images using film, video, software, or by hand, for use in games, movies, music videos, television and commercials.

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
oversee day-to-day social media operations; build brand, engagement and community; work with analytics and campaign management tools to measure success of campaigns and social media platforms.

GAME DESIGNER
define the elements of a game such as setting, rules, characters, objects and props, interface design, and modes of play; work as part of a team to create game code and carry out testing; use project management skills.

CONTENT CREATOR/PRODUCER
use a broad technical skill set and excellent understanding of digital media, to write/create blog posts, videos, memes, GIFs, infographics, podcasts; work with analytics and search engine optimisation tools.

WRITER/AUTHOR
create and write literary texts including novels, short stories, poetry, and screenplays; share stories of your own and others; express ideas and news; copywriting and freelancing for organisations.

SOCIAL RESEARCHER
market research; communication audits; social policy planning; and trend and population analysis.

PRODUCT DESIGNER
develop new designs in a broad range of industries including consumer electronics, domestic products, medical products, transportation and app design.

URBAN PLANNER
help make spaces and life more liveable, as you shape cities, towns and regions through the management of development, infrastructure and services.