Look Beyond Conventional Careers, Find Success in the Unconventional Roles

There is no dearth of opportunities in unconventional fields. Gone are the times when engineering, medical or law were considered the most wannabe career options for youngsters. The times have completely changed now. There are innumerable unconventional career options that people are opting for these days; and these are not exceptions. These career options are coming in the mainstream and gaining acceptance among all. These out-of-the-box career options are not just lucrative but also attractive.

Animation Experts

Animation is used by almost every industrial and functional vertical these days with the advent to evolving technology not only in India but across countries. Creating a large number of employments, the animation industry is one of the most sought after career options in India.

For someone who is truly creative and believes in turning their imaginations into reality, a career in the animation is extremely interesting. Your profile will include designing animated characters or cartoons, which could be used for various purposes on print, electronic or online media as per the requirement of the clients.

Other than good illustration, drawing and sketching skills, you need to have a strong hold on knowledge of art and design. The courses which could be pursued include advanced and certifications in digital arts and animation; 2D; 3D; graphic designing and many other similar degrees.

Radio / Video Jockey

Who does not want to earn money doing something that you are most passionate about. Music is everyone’s number one hobby and what if you get paid just for talking. The professionals in these sphere of industry is increasing in great numbers. The youngsters today do not mind in taking a little risk and trying to earn from something they have always loved to do. The best thing that these kinds of jobs will bring along is fame, popularity and limitless attention around the world.

The courses that you need to opt for are mass communication, diploma and cer tificate programmes in Radio Jockeying (RJ) and Programming, or other similar media course to understand the technicalities involved. Otherwise, this profession largely depends on your inborn abilities and interest to learn. So once you have completed your schooling (10+2), you can try for an internship with a veteran and then start your promising career ahead.

Content Writing

Internet marketing is the new age of marketing. The experts understand this fact and are developing strategies and initiatives, thus giving birth to several roles for interested job seekers. As a part of online marketing techniques, content writing aims at increasing the online presence of companies.

All you require is to practice your flair for writing to create an impact in the minds of the potential customers. Similar to journalism, when writers where very much sought after, content writers are in much demand these days for online platform. The job responsibilities might include writing unique articles which are free from plagiarism, other than editing and proof reading articles.

You can go for part-time or distance learning courses in creative writing to enhance your writing skills. The best thing about this career is that you can start it at any point in your life and work either joining an organisation or working as a freelancer. British Council, New Delhi and IGNOU offers distance learning programmes in writing.

Microfinance Expert

Microfinance doesn’t have the glamour of a big banking firm but it offers stability. A lot of young people who see this as a way of combining social and economic growth have started participating. It also serves those who are only interested in the management. As a professional, one has to deal with customers with varied backgrounds. Therefore, good interpersonal skills are a mandatory requirement. Employees must be prepared to travel in semi-urban and rural areas. The starting position in MFIs is that of field executives.

The Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF), Mumbai, offers a diploma course in microfinance. It is open to graduates of recognised universities and to the banking and microfinance professionals with work experience. Besides, there is the Institute for Financial Management and Research (IFMR) Centre for Micro Finance that offers short-term courses and workshops throughout the year in different parts of India.

Source: Hindustantimes.com