Professional Writing Major

The Professional Writing major is designed for aspiring writers who want to put writing skills to work. There is a strong emphasis on the "Professional" in Professional Writing, as the major focuses on developing the ability to produce the kinds of writing that are valued in fields ranging from technical and business writing, to creative writing and journalism. Check out our video to see if Professional Writing is right for you!

 

 

Careers in Professional Writing

The major in Professional Writing offers a wide range of career directions to students. Careers in professional Writing may include any of the following areas:

  • Advertising
  • Business Writing
  • Communications Specialist
  • Editing
  • Freelance Writing
  • Government Writing
  • Grant Writing
  • Law
  • Management Positions
  • Music Industry
  • Political Speech Writing
  • Print and Television Journalism
  • Public Relations
  • Social Services Writing
  • Sports Writing
  • Technical Writing
  • Web Design
  • Writing Professor

 

Alumni Story

Juliette McClure Just 10 weeks after graduating with a Professional Writing degree, Juliette McClure '11, (Knoxville, Tenn.) moved 600 miles to East Tennessee to become the annual giving and donor relations coordinator at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

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