When kids are asked what they want to be when they grow up, they usually shoot for the stars, right? You’ll hear “President” or “Space Cowboy” or “Prince” or “Ice Cream Cone Tester” among other amazing sounding jobs.
As we get older, we get a little more practical. Ask high school or college students and you’ll get some more “adult” answers: accountant, graphic designer, marketer, etc.
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But are you one of the people who’s a kid at heart? Do you still want to follow the cool careers you dreamed up as a kid? Do you want everyday at your job to be fun instead of just a 9-5 slog?
We completely understand. That’s why we’ve made this post: to show you that cool careers do exist… you just have to search for them. Here are 4 awesome and unique jobs that you didn’t know existed.
1. Color Consultant
You’ve probably heard of interior designers and design experts, but a color consultant is a bit more specific than either of those positions.
A color consultant, also sometimes called a paint color specialist or simply a color specialist, focuses on creating color palettes and schemes via paint, decor, art, plants, lighting, and more to fit a specific design aesthetic.
This means that color consultants have to not only be experts with understanding color, but they also need to understand different design aesthetics, work with various clients, have interior design knowledge, work with nature (exteriors need color too!), and more.
Color consultants also often work alongside interior designers or are interior designers themselves. These consultants often take all of the work off the plate of their client, including testing colors, buying paint options, consulting with designers, etc.
So if you like color, design, and working with others, color consulting could be for you!
2. Video Game Tester
Do you love playing video games? Most people would say yes to this question, which makes the idea of “video game tester” as a job seem like a dream come true.
But it’s actually more difficult than just playing your favorite games. You need to have immense knowledge about the video game industry, be able to play new games, and be able to stand out in a very competitive industry.
You also should understand that this job might not always be fun. You’re essentially a software quality control or quality assurance tech that just happens to be testing video games instead of more, well, boring software. You’ll need to make sure the game delivers what it says it does, understand software issues, repeatedly test the same things over and over, and more.
If you have a passion for games, though, then this should all sound amazing. Be sure to invest in some good blue-light filtering glasses and have hobbies away from screens (everyone needs a break sometimes).
3. Certified Ethical Hacker
When you hear the word “hacked”, you probably immediately think of something nefarious. Either people getting their computer hacked and their information stolen or large-scale cyber attacks that release thousands of peoples information to those who wish to steal it.
However, there are skilled computer workers and hackers out there that choose to use their hacking skills for good instead of evil. That’s where certified ethical hackers come in.
These hackers are skilled professionals who know how to hack into systems, find weaknesses, and identify system vulnerabilities so that those things can be strengthened and fixed. Instead of illegally hacking into these systems, government agencies, large companies, and internet servicers will hire certified ethical hackers to legally target them, find problems, and recommend solutions.
4. Cool Careers: Mermaid
Yes, you read that right. If you so desire, you can be a professional mermaid.
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Well, kind of. Half-fish people don’t really exist (that we know of), but there are some humans that make pretty convincing mermaids. These professional mermaids create intricate costumes, dances, and routines that they perform while underwater. This interesting art form could be considered a type of dancer, performer, athlete, and actor all in one.
This career comes with a lot of dedication and training. One mermaid said that she can hold her breath for over 5 minutes all while doing underwater acrobatics.
Most mermaids were once professional swimmers, scuba divers, and free divers. You have to be very comfortable in water and in peak physical condition to be successful. But if you can do it, it’s very rewarding! That mermaid who can hold her breath for over 5 minutes, for example, says she makes over 6000 dollars per show she does.