Each Thursday, I’m highlighting a work-from-home job or business.
Job Description:A communications consult assists companies in a variety of ways, such as with writing (grant, brochure, columns, pamphlets, articles) and with developing overall communications strategies.
Education: At least a bachelor’s degree in communication is required.
Skills: The ability to work on several different projects at once and with a variety of companies and businesses.
Job outlook: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) finds that “employment is projected to grow about as fast as average. … Overall employment of advertising, marketing, promotions, public relations, and sales managers is expected to increase by 13 percent through 2018. Job growth will be spurred by competition for a growing number of goods and services, both foreign and domestic, and the need to make one’s product or service stand out in the crowd. In addition, as the influence of traditional advertising in newspapers, radio, and network television wanes, marketing professionals are being asked to develop new and different ways to advertise and promote products and services to better reach potential customers.” Check out the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook for more details.
Possible employers:Check with local companies and businesses to inquire about possible communications work.
Preparation: Join the Association of Professional Communications Consultants for training and networking opportunities.
Get your foot in the door: Call former employers to see if there is any work on a project. Ask around at civic and city or county business events to see about work.
Testimony: “I work mostly from home, going into the office one or two days a week,” says Julie of Colorado Springs, Colo. She spends about 24 hours a week on her communications consulting job. “Working from home allows me to supplement our income and to continue pursuing my interests.”
Until next time,
Sarah
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