Authors, Editors, and Writers
Job description
These individuals conduct research and write papers for publication or presentation. They are self-employed or in:
- Publishing houses
- Advertising agencies
- Companies
- The government
- Consulting firms
- Multimedia or specialized media companies
Environment
- Controlled ambient temperature
Main tasks
Novelists, Playwrights, Screenwriters, Poets, and Other Writers
- Imagine and draft various texts (novels, plays, scripts, etc.) to be published or presented.
- Conduct research to gather authentic information and details, as appropriate.
- Collaborate in the various stages of the editorial process, as appropriate.
- Become involved in promotional activities (e.g. book signings), if applicable.
Technical Writers
- Analyze documents (specifications, technical notes, drawings, etc.).
- Write manuals and explanatory guides in a clear and concise manner.
Advertising Copywriters
- Study and highlight the commercial characteristics of products and services.
- Draft texts for advertising or commercial announcements.
Advancement and mobility
- These individuals may specialize in a particular subject or literary genre.
Hourly wage
The hourly wage is calculated by averaging wages from 2019 to 2021.- Minimum
- $15.82
- Median
- $31.25
- Maximum
- $43.27
Job prospects for 2021-2025
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Job prospects for 2021-2025
Job prospects
All of Québec
Non available
All of Québec
Non available
Total jobs for 2020
All of Québec
5,000
All of Québec
na
Gender distribution
All of Québec
Not available.
- 54.5% Female
- 45.5% Male
Not available.
- 54.5% Female
- 45.5% Male
Job types
All of Québec
Not available.
- Full time
- Part time
Not available.
- Full time
- Part time
Yearly wage on 2015
All of Québec
$47,000
All of Québec
Other characteristics
All of Québec
- None
All of Québec
- None
Sectors of activity
All of Québec
Not available.
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NAICS 7129% of jobs
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NAICS 5120% of jobs
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NAICS 5418, 541911% of jobs
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NAICS 54157% of jobs
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NAICS 55, 565% of jobs
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Others28% of jobs
All of Québec
Not available.
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NAICS 7129% of jobs
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NAICS 5120% of jobs
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NAICS 5418, 541911% of jobs
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NAICS 54157% of jobs
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NAICS 55, 565% of jobs
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Others28% of jobs