Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
writer
ESCO occupation · 17 essential, 14 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
types of literature genres
publishing industry
copyright legislation
write storylines
grammar
publishing market
use specific writing techniques
write dialogues
perform background research on writing subject
critically reflect on artistic production processes
apply grammar and spelling rules
develop creative ideas
spelling
select subject matter
literature
consult information sources
writing techniques
Optional & specialised skills
linguistics
evaluate writings in response to feedback
proofread text
manage writing administration
liaise with book publishers
respect publication formats
negotiate publishing rights
teach writing
attend book fairs
consult with editor
write to a deadline
critique other writers
negotiate artistic productions
promote your writings
Other matches: script writer · advertising copywriter · blogger · speechwriter · lyricist
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.