Most students in creative writing want to pursue a career as a writer of poetry, drama, or fiction. As a creative writing major, you’ll learn many skills that employers find desirable, which may lead to jobs in publishing, marketing, management, and more. Other students plan to attend graduate school to hone their skills and further develop their art.

All liberal arts majors prepare students with the skills identified as contributing to managerial success:  communicating and listening well, possessing insights into others, creative/critical thinking, problem solving, and the ability to make connections across complex ideas.

Careers in Creative Writing

  • Writer
  • Teacher
  • Editor
  • Advertiser
  • Social Media Manager
  • Journalist
  • Freelance Writing