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| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 133 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 119 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 124 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 122 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 122 | 0.00% |
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $69,377 | $33.35 | +6.2% |
| 2025 | $65,325 | $31.41 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $64,261 | $30.89 | +0.6% |
| 2023 | $63,899 | $30.72 | +0.9% |
| 2022 | $63,299 | $30.43 | +1.6% |
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 202 | 29% |
| 2 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 280 | 5% |
| 3 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 29 | 5% |
| 4 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 362 | 4% |
| 5 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 300 | 4% |
| 6 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 183 | 4% |
| 7 | Alaska | 739,795 | 30 | 4% |
| 8 | Vermont | 623,657 | 25 | 4% |
| 9 | California | 39,536,653 | 1,031 | 3% |
| 10 | New York | 19,849,399 | 681 | 3% |
| 11 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 214 | 3% |
| 12 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 95 | 3% |
| 13 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 55 | 3% |
| 14 | Delaware | 961,939 | 31 | 3% |
| 15 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 214 | 2% |
| 16 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 205 | 2% |
| 17 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 128 | 2% |
| 18 | Missouri | 6,113,532 | 112 | 2% |
| 19 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 97 | 2% |
| 20 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 13 | 2% |
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $67,627 |
| 2 | Orlando | 1 | 0% | $64,348 |
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Laura Wilson: Writing and editing will always be important and prevalent. Clear communication is increasingly important. Encourage writers to work WITH AI by learning how to use the software and edit the output. Encourage exploration of certificates to make them more marketable.
Fairfield University
Rhetoric And Composition/Writing Studies
Rachel Robinson-Zetzer PhD: People are scared of the blank page. Too often, they think that what they write needs to be perfect in its first iteration; however, that’s a myth and a romantic notion of the lone, solitary writer. In fact, much writing happens in collaboration with others, and people are either drawn to that environment, or they aren’t. Once people realize that writing is malleable, meaning it can be changed and revised again and again, that desire to seek perfection lessens, and Writers are more willing to kill their darlings.
Dean Rader: Well, writing, reading, and communication skills are always going to be vital. AI won't change that. In fact, the very things AI can't do yet is be human. And no major trains people better to interact with humans than English. Right now, video game manufacturers need writers, tech companies need editors, Websites need copywriters. But, every field can use an English major. Every field needs people with vision and ideas. The world needs people with clarity, who can articulate ideas, and who can make connections. That defines an English major.
Michael Pennell: Find or develop your niche and consider your strengths and weaknesses. What can or do you do that others don't or can't? Why and what would someone ask your advice on or for your input on a question or concern? What is your expertise? Embark on your career with a 5- and 10-year goal or lifestyle in sight. How does this job or career help you target that lifestyle? What skills or experience do you need, and can you get those from the current job? Also, network, both with those inside and outside of your specific field. Generally, breaking through the barrier to your first job may be the toughest stage; after that, more opportunities will appear, especially if you consider how that first job can position you for next move.
Anna Mae Duane: The idea that English majors are not in demand is a myth—don’t harm your own chances by buying into it! There are numerous studies—and countless employer testimonies—that indicate how valuable your skills as an English major are. English majors consistently find work in a variety of fields, and perhaps even more important, alumni of English departments report that they find their jobs and lives rewarding. According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, 'what sets two equally qualified job candidates apart can be as simple as who has the better communication skills.' You are, in many ways, ahead of the game in comparison to others in your cohort. I’d also urge English majors to think broadly about their career options. Yes, fields like journalism, publishing and advertising all rely on the skills developed in English departments. But other employers, particularly in tech companies, have realized how valuable English majors can be to their organization. As a recent report in Fortune indicates, top executives in AI at IBM and elsewhere realize that having expertise in the Humanities is an essential component for success in their field.
Sarah Graves Ph.D.: Many wrongly assume that a degree in English is a dead end. But that's only because the career potential isn't as immediately obvious as something like, say, a degree in computer science or accounting. The truth is that English majors can do almost anything. Of course, they can become teachers or enter writing-related fields, such as journalism, editing, or publishing. But tons of CEOs are English majors, as are those in business-related fields, such as marketing, brand strategy, and social media management. Even most tech companies hire English majors. That's because computer science majors might be experts in coding, but English majors excel at humanizing the end product, like making chatbots sound more human. In fact, the areas where English majors excel are those most in-demand by employers: communication, creativity, critical thinking, and empathy.