Careers in Web3
From AI and blockchain technology to storytelling and digital design, there’s tons of demand and new career paths forging in the Metaverse for tech and creative industries alike.
Moving your career into Web3 makes sense.
Reportedly over two billion people will be actively participating in Web3 (the latest iteration of the World Wide Web) and the #Metaverse in some way by 2026, half of all Gen Z’s will be working in Web3 by 2024, and the global market is set to expand to over $81 billion by 2030.
According to some crypto job listing sites like?Web3 Jobs, the global average salary in Web3 per year is over $100,000 with a reported listing high of up to?$700,000.
On top of this, some Web3 projects are incentivising their tokens as a means to raise salaries. It’s an interesting and exciting time for people seeking new job opportunities.
Whether you’re looking to launch your career, upskill, or change careers entirely, there are a couple of paths you could take to break into Web3.
Tech
Developer
Based on data obtained from?CryptoJobList?and?Web3 Jobs, the global annual average for all developer-related careers is between $90,000 — $150,000 with a salary high of up to $500,000.
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NFT DEVELOPER
Average annual salary: $111,000
Sales of Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are in the tens of billions. Needless to say, NFT developers are a sought-after profession that’s likely to grow in demand over the next couple of years.
To succeed as an NFT developer you need knowledge of the blockchain technologies used for NFTs. Specifically: #Ethereum, Solana, Tezos, and Flow.
Required skillsets range from web development and token standards knowledge to proficiency in programming like Solidity or Rust (used to write smart contracts) and cryptography.
FRONTEND DEVELOPER
Average annual salary: $87,000
Frontend developers are responsible for the visual user interface. Meaning the interaction between the front end of a website or application and its visitors or users.
In Web3 frontend developers are needed to build #decentralized applications (#dapps) that operate via smart contracts on a blockchain. Knowledge of Web3 libraries is necessary to conduct transactions and interact with smart contracts and blockchains.
Required skills include experience in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Blockchain technology
Based on data obtained from?CryptoJobList?and?Web3 Jobs, the global annual average for all blockchain-related careers is between $90,000 — $100,000 with a salary high of up to $500,000.
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SMART CONTRACT/SOLIDITY ENGINEER
Average annual salary: $102,000
Demand for #blockchain engineers — like smart contract and solidity engineers — has grown exponentially, with a growth rate of around 500%. While the need for professionals in this field is high, there’s a massive shortage.
This means that currently, Web3 engineer-based salaries average higher than other development careers.
To enter this field you need to understand decentralised governance, have the skillset to write and establish #smartcontracts, and be familiar with data layouts like maps. Plus understand security best practices.
Furthermore, coding is essential for anyone pursuing this career path, and experience with the following technologies is required: #Solidity, Typescript, JavaScript, Node, Truffle, and of course Web3 #blockchains and #tokens.
Marketing
Based on data obtained from?CryptoJobList?and?Web3 Jobs, the global annual average for all marketing-related careers is between $64,000 — $75,000 with a salary high of up to $240,000.
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COMMUNITY MANAGER/DISCORD MANAGER
Average annual salary: $47,000
This is an increasingly important role in the Web3 world. Community is the backbone of Web3 projects and community managers are the bridge between the project and the audience.
To be a successful community manager you need to set the tone and environment of a project which could be anything from a #DAO, #NFT collection, or Web3 startup. Ultimately, it’s your job to build an engaged community.
This can look like: acquiring, retaining, and growing your audience, implementing various campaigns, experience with design and operations, organising events, and understanding Discord and social media platforms — in particular Twitter.
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CONTENT MANAGER
Average annual salary: $55,000
#Storytelling and #brandbuilding is a major component of Web3.
Communities in this space value decentralisation and all that it entails. Unlike the centralised nature of Web2, Web3 offers people possibilities for creative #ownership, collaboration, and even decision-making rights behind a project.
With community at the forefront of storytelling, content marketers and #brand builders are key.
To land a job in this field, you need to be familiar with market trends, the terminology used in Web3, and new technologies. Plus the ability to create interactive and engaging content and implement strategies across various channels.
Required skills include editorial, writing, and research expertise. Plus technical and data-driven know-how, and the ability to adapt to an unpredictable economy.
Interested in this type of career path? Check out the available?job listings?at Nicework.
Design
Based on data obtained from?CryptoJobList?and?Web3 Jobs, the global annual average for all design-related careers is around $82,000 with a #salary high of up to $220,000.
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ART DIRECTOR
Average annual salary: $102,000
Art directors in Web3 inspire, lead, and mentor creative teams in implementing various campaigns on the blockchain. Plus successfully collaborate with clients and partners to realise their creative visions.
Skills required for this job include concept development and visual direction with the ability to problem-solve and implement successful marketing campaigns. Plus essential know-how of things like animation and 3D art, project management, and Web3 technologies.
Average annual salary: $80,000
With the rise of #NFTs and an estimated US market valued to reach over $120 billion by 2028, there’s a need for people skilled in creating digital artworks.
To work in this role, you’ll have to create digital collectible art ranging from illustration to motion graphics.
You’ll need to understand visual design, the latest trends in the market, and the relevant digital technologies involved such as Photoshop, 3D pipeline, Autodesk Maya, or Blender.
This is a fairly new field, but already we’re seeing targeted job opportunities. If you’d like to explore this as the next evolution of your career, check out our available job listing?here.
UI/UX DESIGNER
Average annual salary: $82,000
As the decentralised web develops, it’s becoming increasingly clear that to enable a successful transition away from Web2, #UI and #UX designers are needed to establish better quality user experiences.
Currently, #Web3 apps and decentralised finance (#DeFi) are highly developer-focused but there’s a growing need to establish a more consumer-friendly environment. This is quickly becoming an in-demand career path in Web3.
Skills and experience required range from knowledge of Figman, Sketch, Adobe CS, and product to #webdesign.
Watch this space for more information on potential #career paths in Web3 and make sure to research various Web3-specific career boards to stay up to date on current #job opportunities.
Check out Nicework’s?Web3 services?and?careers?for more about this rapidly developing space.