As the job market rapidly evolves, tech-centric and non-technical roles alike are experiencing surging demand, driven by digital transformation and organizational needs. This comprehensive article not only demystifies the employment landscape but also highlights the emerging roles AI is creating. It further offers actionable insights for adapting to an automated future, emphasizing the lifelong learning mindset and providing proven strategies for seamless career transitions.
In today's dynamic and rapidly evolving job market, certain roles emerge in the employment landscape, experiencing significant demand across various industries. Notably, tech-centric jobs, such as software developers, data scientists, and cybersecurity experts, are leading the charge as digital transformation accelerates and companies prioritize safeguarding their virtual environments (The Muse, 2023).
In fact 15.7% of employers on Braintrust are posting AI roles.
But what about non-technical roles? For the past few months, Braintrust has started to see a bigger need for non-technical roles, including copywriters, integrated producers, trade show exhibit designers, motion designers, art directors, and business analysts.
A 6.6X increase in Project and Program Manaager Roles is leading us to infer that companies are continuing their investment in impactful cross team efforts that require this in demand skill set. To help clients hire for these specialized roles we've put together a hiring guide for Program and Project Management roles.
This quarter we also see a return of marketing roles with a 1.7X increase quarter over quarter after a slite dip in the months prior.
These roles are resurfacing for a few reasons:
The demand for the above roles is growing to address these market needs.
Contrary to popular belief, AI generates new job roles, not just takes them away. Forbes listed the top 20 new jobs that AI is creating, including Trainer and Operator, Prompt Engineer, and Compliance Manager.
Our data supports this job expansion and re-allocation trend. We see that AI projects at large are not just data science/AI/ML, they include:
The corresponding roles that align to the AI project demand are:
We highlight these job insight trends and how we're positioning Braintrust, our clients and talent for success in our August Talent All Hands.
In an automated future, dare we say present, individuals will need a diverse skill set. A blend of technical - data analytics, machine learning, with an understanding of algorithmic frameworks and the communication and influence abilities to effect the cross company changes needed.
Preparing for an automated future requires nurturing skills that machines can't easily replicate: creativity, critical thinking, and human connection. Furthermore, learning to work alongside machines and leverage AI in your current toolbox is a mindset we see trending.
The lifelong learning mindset is emerging as a career necessity, not just a personal philosophy. In fact federated learning - the ability to learn from others is something machines are not great at. This approach champions continuous education as a cornerstone of both professional and personal development, acknowledging the need to regularly refresh and update skills in response to new challenges and opportunities.
We polled the Braintrust talent pool, and here are their top picks for educational platforms. Coursera rises to the top with 65% of votes followed by Udemy with 34% of votes.
Throughout comments, talent also indicated that Youtube and Chatgpt were valuable resources.
In today's Age of Disruption, marked by rapid advancements in technology and ever-changing industry landscapes, the ability to reinvent oneself has become a crucial skill for survival and achievement. This requires a proactive approach, where individuals consistently adapt, learn, and reposition themselves to navigate the turbulent waters of change, converting obstacles into opportunities for growth and innovation. We have discovered that combining this approach with storytelling is an effective way to clearly communicate where you came from, and where you aspire to go, which has resulted in success for candidates.
Navigating the transition into a new industry or role requires strategically repositioning your skills and experience—a process that can be challenging yet doable. We compiled these top 10 tips from the Braintrust Network to craft your career story designed to serve as your starting point:
by Jacob Halton, Braintrust Talent.
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The future of work is undeniably exciting, filled with opportunities but also with significant challenges. By staying informed about emerging job roles and trends and by proactively adapting to these changes, you can position yourself to thrive in this dynamic landscape.
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