Essayist
ずいひつか
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that writes essays based on personal experiences, observations, and thoughts.
Description
Essayists write essays based on their own experiences, observations, and thoughts, and publish them in magazines, books, web media, etc. They handle everything from theme selection, research and interviewing, article composition, revision, and proofreading alone, and earn income through publishing contracts, manuscript fees, serialization contracts, etc. In recent years, dissemination using SNS and web media has become common, and it is required to have touchpoints with readers on various platforms.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of digital media, opportunities for personal dissemination are on the rise. On the other hand, differentiation is required due to the spread of AI-generated text. High originality and expertise will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Keen observation skills / Self-reliant / Strong desire for self-expression
Work Style
Career Path
Editing production assistant → Freelance writer/columnist → Columnist/essayist → Book publishing/author → Lecturer/critic
Required Skills
Composition skills / Editing and proofreading / Japanese article writing / Research and interviewing
Recommended Skills
Digital publishing / Dissemination skills / English reading comprehension / SEO writing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | To create articles with imagination and unique perspectives. |
| Initiative & Leadership | To independently plan and continue writing. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few opportunities for numerical analysis. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk-based work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Mostly individual work, with few opportunities to write in teams. |
Aliases
- Essayist
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