5 fascinating careers you didn’t know existed
As National Careers Week (NCW) fast approaches, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about your career options and exploring the vast array of exciting opportunities out there. NCW, celebrated this year between the 4th – 9th of March, is an event dedicated to enhancing careers guidance and providing free educational resources across the UK.
The world of work doesn’t necessarily have to be about the standard 9-to-5; there are a range of diverse and unconventional roles, from creative to scientific fields and everything in between. If you’re ready to discover a career that breaks away from the norm, here are five fascinating careers you didn’t know existed.
Flavourist
Salary Range – £30,000 to £70,000
If you’re a foodie who also loves science, the unusual role of a Flavourist might just be for you. A flavourist is essentially a kitchen scientist, mixing up new flavours for foods and drinks. They specialise in creating and replicating flavours. This unique career blends science, particularly chemistry, with culinary art. If this sounds like the perfect path for you, you’ll need to be interested in science and consider pursuing a degree in Food Science or Chemistry.
Foley Artist
Salary Range – £35,000 to £45,000
Next up is another unique career, this time within the film and television industry. Introducing; a Foley Artist. They are responsible for creating and reproducing everyday sound effects added during post-production to enhance the audio quality of productions. This role suits creative and imaginative individuals with a good ear. There’s no set route to becoming a Foley Artist, but Film Studies or Sound Engineering courses can give you a head start.
Virtual Interior Designer
Salary Range – £30,000 to £70,000
So, you’ve heard of an Interior Designer, but have you heard of a Virtual Interior Designer? Virtual Interior Designers use digital software to create visual concepts of interior spaces for clients, often working remotely. If you’re creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about online working, this is a career to consider. You can become a Virtual Interior Designer in several ways, including completing a degree in Interior Design or Art. However, there are also lots of shorter online or college courses if you’re looking for an alternative pathway to university.
Ethical Hacker
Salary Range – £30,000 to £70,000
In a world where almost everything and everyone is connected online, there is a growing need for ‘Ethical Hackers’. Intriguing right? Ethical Hackers are tech-savvy computer programmers whose job is to find security gaps in websites, apps, and other online systems and help fix them before the actual hackers get there. If you enjoy working with computers and want to embark on a rewarding career that makes the online world safer, why not consider this career? To go down this route, you’ll need to study computer science or network engineering at university before completing additional ethical hacking qualifications.
Wildlife Forensic Scientist
Salary Range – £25,000 to £45,000
Last but certainly not least is the role of a Wildlife Forensic Scientist. If you’re an animal lover with an appreciation for the environment, this role could be suited to you. These professionals use scientific methods to investigate crimes against animals and wildlife. They play an important role in protecting endangered species and preserving natural habitats. To follow this career path, you’ll need to complete a degree in Forensic Science or Environmental Science.
Explore your career path this National Careers Week
There you have it – five fascinating career paths waiting for you to explore. As National Careers Week approaches, it is the perfect time to start thinking about your future career path. If any of these unusual careers have piqued your interest, or if you’re still on the lookout for your dream career, there are plenty of resources and guidance available on the National Careers Week website.