When you think of jobs for "creative" people, positions like
actor, designer, author or artist may come to mind. But many jobs can
satisfy a creative yearning.
Here are nine jobs you might not have thought about for people who like to be creative:
1. Teacher
Although
teachers do have some structure in their classrooms, they also get
quite a bit of freedom. Teachers can be original when it comes to their
lesson plans and activities for their children, as well as in classroom
traditions.
Average salary*: $47,100 to $51,180
Landscape
architects use their creativity in designing gardens, public parks and
playgrounds, residential areas, college campuses, shopping centers, golf
courses and even backyards. They get to design these areas to be not
only functional, but beautiful.
Average salary: $58,960
3. Chef
We've
all been to restaurants with unexpected items like bacon and avocado
ice cream. There are even a few successful TV shows based on chefs
competing based on the creative dishes they concoct. As a chef, you'll
be able to stir up your creative juices.
Average salary: $38,770
Computer
applications software engineers develop and create software programs.
In today's digital world, with smartphones, smart tablets and electronic
reading devices, they have more creative freedom than ever.
Average salary: $87,900
Graphic
design lets you be original in designs for ads, magazine layouts and
websites. Be prepared for a little stifled creativity in your work,
however, since some organizations have strict brand standards to which
you'll need to adhere.
Average salary: $42,400
Folks
in this occupation get to put their creativity to use generating
advertising campaigns to spark interest their clients' products.
Average salary: $80,220
Interior
designers satisfy their innovative tendencies by choosing how to make a
space beautiful. Their work includes picking paint colors and window
coverings, choosing finishes for floors and recommending how to open up a
space or make it feel cozy.
Average salary: $44,950
8. Mediator
While the primary role of a mediator involves the seriousness of the law, mediators must be able to find creative solutions to prevent people who would rather sue each other from going to court.
Average salary: $57,273
Product
managers help design packaging and create brands for new products. They
also redesign old brands and packaging to catch consumers' attention
again.
Average salary: $60,655
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