A degree in English, drama or creative writing provides a foundation for many different types of positions, including:

• Journalist
• Editor
• Book publisher
• Scriptwriter
• Magazine writer
• Novelist
• Documentarian
• Poet
• Actor
• Playwright
• Set designer
• Drama critic
• Marketing copywriter
• Fundraising
• Stunt person
• Technical writer
• Teacher
• University professor
• Advertising specialist
• Librarian
• University administrator
• Account management
• Media production
• Attorney
• Human resource director
• Public affairs specialist
• Theater manager

Different types of employers:

• Publishing houses
• Newspapers
• Magazines
• Broadcast media companies
• Public relations and advertising firms
• Corporate marketing departments
• Broadway, community and children's theater groups
• Schools and universities
• Libraries
• Museums
• Government and regulatory agencies
• Non-profit organizations supporting theater, drama, literacy, etc.