University of Southern Queensland

Authors are professional writers who write books for publication and sale, either fiction or non-fiction. They develop their original ideas into a...

Novelists are professional writers who specialise in fictional works of literature. They develop story ideas for novels, then write up the manuscri...

Playwrights are specialist writers who write the scripts for plays that are performed at theatre houses, festivals, and live events. They write bot...

Screenwriters are professional writers who write the scripts for movies, television programs, streaming shows, and video games. They may write thei...

A Writer writes fiction and nonfiction pieces for a range of purposes. You might specialise in a particular type of writing such as poetry, short s...

Scriptwriters are specialist writers who write scripts for movies, TV programs, online games, streaming shows, and corporate video. They may develo...

A Music Journalist researches, writes, and edits articles or reviews related to music, covering events, concerts, and artist interviews for online,...

A Content Writer prepares material used in a range of formats. You might produce content used on digital platforms such as websites or social media...

Publishers are trade professionals who oversee the printing, binding, finishing, and despatch processes at publishing houses. They lead teams of pr...

Advertising Copywriters are marketing professionals who write persuasive copy for pay-per-click ads, billboards, brochures, print media advertiseme...

Biographers are professional writers who research and write the true story of someone’s life. They are often hired by actors, celebrities, and publ...

A Fiction Writer is a creative professional who crafts imaginative narratives across various genres, including novels, short stories, and scripts,...

Proofreaders are publishing professionals who read through text documents, correcting typos and mistakes in grammar, spelling and formatting. They...

Travel Writers are writing professionals who visit tourist attractions, events, festivals, and holiday destinations, then write helpful and engagin...

A Literary Agent represents authors, assisting them in securing publishing deals and managing rights. They review manuscripts, pitch authors’ work...

A Publishing Assistant plays a crucial role in the production and dissemination of various publications, working closely with editors and authors t...

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating clear and concise documentation that communicates complex information effectively to various audienc...

A Book Editor reviews and refines manuscripts, ensuring clarity, coherence, and quality in written content. You’ll collaborate with authors to impr...

Speech Writers work with politicians and public figures, writing speeches for live presentations and video streaming. They get to know their client...

A Columnist writes articles or opinion pieces for newspapers, magazines, or online platforms, focusing on specific topics such as politics, culture...

An Arts Journalist covers topics related to the arts, including visual arts, theatre, music, and literature. You’ll research and write articles, re...

Entertainment Journalists report on the latest in popular culture and the entertainment business, both worldwide and in Australia. They usually fol...

Critics thrive on the latest trends in food, fashion, literature, film, fashion, music, TV, and popular culture. They critique and review movies, t...

An Arts Writer is responsible for producing engaging content that critiques and explores various forms of artistic expression, including visual art...

A Grant Writer researches, writes, and submits grant proposals to secure funding for organisations or projects. You might work in non-profits, gove...