What can I do with a major in creative writing?
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Explore the numerous career fields related to your major
Areas
Journalist
Copy Writer
Author
Editor
Advertiser
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TV Stations
Magazines
Newspapers
Radio Stations
Internet media
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Become proficient in editing and critiquing.
Become involved with on-campus media outlets.
Intern and work with local media outlets.
Join relevant campus clubs and organizations.
Areas
Teaching
Employers
Elementary schools
Middle schools
High schools
Colleges/Universities
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Further your own education to obtain a master's degree in teaching.
Further your own education to obtain a PhD to teach at colleges and universities.
Areas
Speech Writer
Employers
Local, state, federal campaigns
Lobbyist groups
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Become involved with campus government.
Join relevant campus clubs or organizations.
Areas
Poet
Novelist
Employers
Self
Literary magazine
Literary groups
Sample occupations
Don't give up.
Get to know the market.
Get to know your target audience.
Be aware of trends in writing genres.
Become proficient in word processing.
Become proficient in fiction, non-fiction & poetry writing.
General information and strategies
- Become proficient in grammar.
- Be able to work independently as well as with a team.
- Build strong communication skills.