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Job outlook for chief writers in the United States
Are chief writer jobs in demand?
Chief writer job and salary trends over time
Chief writer jobs over time
Chief writer job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 107 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 95 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 99 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 97 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 98 | 0.00% |
Average chief writer salary over time
Chief writer salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,597 | $28.65 | +6.2% |
| 2024 | $56,117 | $26.98 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $55,202 | $26.54 | +0.6% |
| 2022 | $54,891 | $26.39 | +0.9% |
| 2021 | $54,376 | $26.14 | +1.6% |
Chief writer jobs by state
Most common states for chief writers
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 290 | 42% |
| 2 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 509 | 7% |
| 3 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 423 | 7% |
| 4 | Delaware | 961,939 | 64 | 7% |
| 5 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 526 | 6% |
| 6 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 244 | 6% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 36 | 6% |
| 8 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 36 | 6% |
| 9 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 334 | 5% |
| 10 | Alaska | 739,795 | 37 | 5% |
| 11 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,445 | 4% |
| 12 | New York | 19,849,399 | 751 | 4% |
| 13 | New Jersey | 9,005,644 | 317 | 4% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 231 | 4% |
| 15 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 138 | 4% |
| 16 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 135 | 4% |
| 17 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 78 | 4% |
| 18 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 70 | 4% |
| 19 | Rhode Island | 1,059,639 | 45 | 4% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 45 | 4% |
Chief Writer job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of chief writer experts
Berry College
Kean University
Indiana University Northwest
Illinois Wesleyan University
DePaul University
Cal Poly
Bates College
Independence Community College
Whitney Adams
Visiting Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and WritingBerry College
Rhetoric And Composition/Writing Studies
What Chief Writer skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Whitney Adams: 1. Demand for content: With the rise of digital marketing, social media, and online
publications, there is a high demand for content creators and writers. Companies need
quality written content to attract and engage their audience.
2. Remote work opportunities: Writing is a flexible profession that can often be done
remotely. This allows writers to work from anywhere in the world, making it a great
profession for those who value freedom and flexibility.
3. Growth potential: As a writer, there are many opportunities for growth and
advancement. Writers can specialize in different niches, such as copywriting, technical
writing, or content marketing, and can continue to develop their skills and expertise over
time.
4. Passive income potential: Writers can also generate passive income through
avenues such as self-publishing books, creating online courses, or starting a blog. This
allows writers to earn money even when they are not actively working.
5. Creative fulfillment: For many people, writing is a fulfilling and rewarding profession
that allows them to express their creativity and share their ideas with others. Writing can
be a way to inspire, educate, and connect with others on a deeper level.
Overall, writing is a good profession to enter now because of the high demand for
content, remote work opportunities, growth potential, passive income potential, and
creative fulfillment it can provide.
What do people dislike about being a writer?
1. Writer's block: Writer's block is a common challenge that many writers face,
where they struggle to come up with new ideas or find inspiration.
2. Criticism and rejection: Writing can be a vulnerable and subjective art form, and
writers may face criticism or rejection from publishers, readers, or reviewers.
3. Isolation: Writing can be a solitary pursuit, and some writers may find the
isolation challenging.
4. Inconsistency: Writing can often be unpredictable in terms of income and
success, with some writers facing financial
What Chief Writer skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Frank Argote-Freyre: It is important to take part in a variety of internships prior to entering the workplace. You need to invest in yourself. Many of these internships might provide no pay or low pay but they are essential to gaining experience. This will allow a candidate to begin their career search with experience in the field. This makes them a more valuable asset to an employer. Language acquisition is also important. US society is diverse so the ability to reach more diverse language communities is a big plus.
Brian O'Camb Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Chair in EnglishIndiana University Northwest
English Department
What experience really stands out on Chief Writer resumes?
Brian O'Camb Ph.D.: Honestly, I am not qualified to respond to that question because I don't hire recent graduates, so I don't see resumes from them. However, as a professor, I recommend that all my students get as much writing experience as possible, ideally through an internship, so they can lean on that experience in their job materials.
How do you envision technology impacting Chief Writers in the next 5 years?
Joanne Diaz Ph.D.: Technology, whether it be the scroll, the illuminated codex, the printing press, or digital technology, is always transforming how we read, write, and think. In the next five years, I sense that English majors will not only need to master traditional forms of analytical and argumentative writing but also master writing to an audience beyond the classroom. So, for example, it would be great if an English major can also tell stories via podcasts, videos, and other forms of web content that are shareable via social media. We must do more to show the world how valuable the humanities disciplines are, and when students share their amazing projects, it confirms their value.
You didn't ask this question, but I want to address it: in the next five years, English majors can and must be more attentive to social justice issues. How an English major prepares students for a life of civic engagement? How can those excellent critical thinking skills help English majors solve the world's most wicked problems? Through rigorous readings and discussions in their humanities courses, they can and will answer these questions.
What type of skills will young Chief Writers need?
Ted Anton: They will need to know how to understand and communicate complex information, often contradictory, in a catchy and understandable way. They will have to read professional data online, in business, medicine, health, you name it and then create a sales or summary pitch for investors. So, reading, writing, communication skills will continue to be important. Math, of course, is a big plus, but up to the advanced algebra level... Statistical skills will be helpful. Overall, employers are seeking curious, adventurous, bold, and creative thinkers and communicators for an ever-changing world.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Chief Writers?
Eileen Buecher: I believe there will be an impact on all of us. Work will look differently as I see some of the creative initiatives higher education and industries have taken to keep people safe and support the economy flowing may be integrated into how we provide services and do our jobs long-term. COVID teaches new graduates how to be resourceful, resilient, and flexible for both individual and uncertain times.
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Chief Writers?
Dr. Daniel Sanford: One of the most interesting changes we've seen since the start of the pandemic is that everyone in higher education has been very quickly acclimated to teaching, learning, and writing using online tools. Graduates are entering a workforce where the same thing has been happening. Coronavirus has shown all of us that we don't need to be in a room together to work and collaborate. This health crisis will recede, but that insight is going to stick around. It's going to be an essential skill for graduates to do good work and to fully participate in workplace cultures, using remote tools.
Bridget Carson
Associate Professor of Developmental EnglishIndependence Community College
History
Will there be an enduring impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Chief Writers?
Bridget Carson: Yes. I think many of the economic markers are false idols that don't indicate the value of life, just when you bought a dishwasher. They may buy one later, but that isn't an indication of success. An enduring impact on this set of graduates, I think, will be in their planning and reaction to disappointment. I hope they embrace uncertainty. I hope they become people who prepare several variations of plans that can achieve the same outcomes by different means. I hope they are people who can mourn unfulfilled expectations and learn to release them like fall leaves, shed to be renewed.