Writers and Authors Jobs Pay in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA
Average Hourly Pay
$40.75
27.3%Above national average
Range: $38.81 – $42.69
Average Annual Pay
$84,761
27.3%Above national average
Range: $80,725 – $88,797
How much do Writers and Authors make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$34.64/hr
Range: $32.99 – $36.29
Annual Rate
$72,047
Range: $68,616 – $75,477
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$40.75/hr
Range: $38.81 – $42.69
Annual Rate
$84,761
Range: $80,725 – $88,797
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$46.86/hr
Range: $44.63 – $49.09
Annual Rate
$97,475
Range: $92,834 – $102,117
Writers and Authors job description
Writers and Authors professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.
Responsibilities
- •Develop creative concepts and designs
- •Collaborate with clients and teams
- •Use industry-standard software
- •Meet project deadlines
- •Present and revise work
- •Stay current with design trends
Skills
- •Creative design skills
- •Software proficiency
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Adaptability
Qualifications
- •Degree in design or related field
- •Portfolio of work
- •Proficiency in creative software
- •Industry experience preferred
