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Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

Tasks

What tasks do Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers perform?

  • Write fiction or nonfiction prose, such as short stories, novels, biographies, articles, descriptive or critical analyses, and essays.

  • Develop factors such as themes, plots, characterizations, psychological analyses, historical environments, action, and dialogue to create material.

  • Prepare works in appropriate format for publication, and send them to publishers or producers.

  • Revise written material to meet personal standards and to satisfy needs of clients, publishers, directors, or producers.


Knowledge

What do Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers need to know?

  • English Language

    Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

  • Communications and Media

    Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.

  • Psychology

    Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.


Skills

What skills do Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers need?

  • Writing

    Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

  • Reading Comprehension

    Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Active Listening

    Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.



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