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2 | This is a roadmap created for those of you who want to secure your very first 30-50k/month job within the next 6 months based solely on skills without formal education. Learning on the job, through actual projects, networking, will equip you with a better understanding of market opportunities, workplace dynamics, and the direction of your career, far more effectively than a theoretical 3 year education from a tier-3 college. Picking up the skills and creating a good portfolio will be crucial for landing this job. This is not a career roadmap, it's a roadmap to land your first job asap, make some money, understand job markets better. Scroll to the next page to read more. (Created as of 20th June 2024) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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4 | Identify any of the jobs you want to land in the next 6 months based on your interests & role's supply demand dynamics ➡️ | Make note of the CORE skills required & learn the skills through a free course (youtube) or paid courses [Dedicate a MAXIMUM of 3-6 months to this] ➡️ | Get your portfolio ready [MOST IMPORTANT] & start posting your work on social media ➡️ | Start applying to companies through social media outreach/ linkedin outreach/ cold emailing/ job websites. | ⚠️ NOTE: We strongly encourage (a) you creating and showcasing real-world projects, even if they're self-initiated or pro bono. (b) building a personal brand and online presence (c) leveraging latest AI tools to speed up work and learning wherever possible. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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6 | Job Roles | Monthly Salary (INR) | Jobs Posted | Jobs Posted In Last 30 Days | Demand vs Supply | Skills Required | Skill difficulty Level | Duration to pick up these skills | Step By Step Action Plan | Leverage Tips - Pick up the latest AI tools in your field | Porfolio | Networking Strategies | Some Resources | |||||||||||||
7 | Canva.com, Figma.com, Notion.com, Framer.com, Carrd.com, Webflow.com | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
8 | Graphic Designer | 15k-50k | 8211 | 2644 | Moderate demand, moderate supply | Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Branding, Latest AI design tools | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Start with mastering Adobe Photoshop/ Figma 2. Develop a unique design style - take inspo from the best 4. Redesign logos/websites of 5 brands you like 5. Start an Instagram showcase of daily designs 6. Offer free designs to local 2-3 companies, you can include these in your portfolio 7. Learn how to use midjourney | - Unique style reflecting personality - Ability to explain design choices - Ability to use AI to speed up design processes | - You can use Behance/ Instagram/ Dribbble for portfolio - Include process sketches and mood boards - Show before/after comparisons - Add a personal story/bio section | - Attend local design meetups - Join design-focused online communities - Engage with designers on Instagram - Message: "Hi [Name], I love your work on [Project]. I'm an aspiring designer and would love to hear about your journey. Could we chat for 15 minutes?" | - Canva Design School - YouTube: Pixim Perfect - Canva for quick designs - Coolors for color palettes - Midjourney | |||||||||||||
9 | Video Editor | 30k-1L | 14971 | 3476 | High demand, low supply | Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Affects, Storytelling, Motion Graphics, Latest AI editing workflows | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Get good at Premiere Pro and after affects 2. Create a YouTube channel for your work 3. Re-edit popular videos, and copy the best edits online 5. Enter online video editing contests 6. Create tutorials on editing techniques, viral video hook techniques 7. Build a diverse showreel 8. Develop a personal brand as an editor | - Diverse editing style based on current market needs (podcasts, reels, fast paced editing) - Storytelling through editing - Ability to use AI to speed up workflows | - Include before/after comparisons - Show range (commercial, documentary, short form) - Add testimonials | Networking Strategies: - Join filmmaking and editing communities - Collaborate with film students - Message: "Hi [Name], I loved your recent project [Title]. I have some ideas on how to enhance it. Would you be open to a collaboration?" | - YouTube: Justin Odisho, Peter McKinnon - Skillshare editing courses - EditStock for practice footage - Frame.io for client feedback -AevyTV Video Editing Cohort | |||||||||||||
10 | Business Development Executive | 30k-75k | 41806 | 16533 | High demand, moderate supply | Sales, Negotiation, Communication | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Develop strong communication and negotiation skills, you can learn by practicing with AI voice tools 2. Learn about various industries and business models 3. Create case studies of successful businesses 4. Develop a mock business strategy for a startup 5. Offer free consultations to local small businesses 6. Create LinkedIn posts on business trends 7. Attend business networking events 8. Build a personal brand as a business strategist | - Ability to spot business opportunities - Strong outreach skills - Linkedin presence | - Build your portfolio on Notion, - Showcase case studies and business analyses | - Join business-focused LinkedIn groups - Offer to introduce connections to each other - Message: "Hi [Name], I've been following your company's growth and I'm impressed. I have some ideas that could potentially accelerate your expansion. Would you be open to a brief discussion?" | -Youtube: Sales Insights Lab - Y combinator Startup School - Udemy business development courses - Mesa School | |||||||||||||
11 | Motion Graphics Editor | 30k-1.5L | 14884 | 3508 | High demand, low supply | Adobe After Affects, Storytelling, Motion Graphics, Latest AI tools | High | 3-6 months | 1.Learn After Effects 2.Learn principles of animation and typography 3.Create a showreel of motion graphics work 4.Offer to create intro videos for YouTubers 5.Create tutorials on motion graphics techniques 6.Build a portfolio website with case studies | -Unique style in motion design -Understanding of storytelling through animation -Technical proficiency in multiple software, latest AI tools | -Use Youtube for your portfolio -Include breakdowns of complex animations -Show range (2D, 3D, typography, etc.) -Add client testimonials if available | -Join motion design groups on Facebook and LinkedIn -Network with video producers and creative directors -Message: "Hello [Name], I loved the motion graphics in [Company's] recent video. I have some ideas for enhancing future projects. Would you be interested in a quick brainstorming session?" | ||||||||||||||
12 | Sales Representative | 25k-1L (commission-based) | 21279 | 6379 | High demand, high supply | Communication, Sales Tactics | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Develop excellent communication and persuasion skills, learn by practicing with AI voice tools 2. Learn about psychology and human behavior 3. Create a series of sales pitch videos 5. Participate in sales role-playing exercises 6. Create Instagram Reels with sales tips 7. Build a personal brand as a sales expert | - Charismatic personality & great communication skills - Ability to handle objections - Track record of closing deals | - Use LinkedIn to build online presence - Include case studies of challenging sales | - Join sales-focused LinkedIn groups - Network with procurement professionals - Message: "Hello [Name], I noticed your company is expanding into [Market]. I have experience in this area and some strategies that could boost your sales. Would you be interested in a quick chat?" | - Books: "How to Win Friends and Influence People" - Toastmasters for public speaking - SalesForce Trailhead for CRM skills, Sales Insight Lab | |||||||||||||
13 | AI Engineer | 50k-2L | 14675 | 3334 | Very high demand, very low supply | Python, Machine Learning, LLMs, Diffusion Models, Pytorch, Tensorflow | High | 6-12 months | 1. Master Python and key ML libraries 4. Develop 2-3 AI projects solving real-world problems 5. Contribute to AI open-source projects 6. Write blog posts/ build twitter presence explaining AI concepts and sharing your experiments 7. Create a portfolio showcasing your AI projects 8. You must stay updated with latest AI research papers | - Ability to apply AI to practical problems - Open Source Contributions - Personal Brand | - Use GitHub | - Join AI research groups - Attend AI conferences and webinars - Connect with AI researchers on LinkedIn - Message: "Hello [Name], I'm fascinated by your work on [AI Topic]. I've been working on a similar project and would love to get your insights. Could we schedule a brief call?" | AWS free AI course, Google Free AI course, Intel Free AI courses, Udemy Prompt engineering,100x engineers | |||||||||||||
14 | Community Manager | 20k-50k | 4764 | 1741 | Moderate demand, moderate supply | Community Engagement, Communication | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Develop strong written and verbal communication skills 2. Learn about social media management and analytics 3. Start and grow your own online community 4. Volunteer to manage social media for a local organization 5. Create engaging content across various platforms 7. Write case studies on successful community initiatives 8. Build a personal brand as a community building expert | - A small online community you've managed before - Creative content creation skills | - Use a personal website to showcase community growth metrics - Include testimonials from community members - Highlight successful events or campaigns you've run | - Join online communities in your areas of interest - Attend virtual and in-person networking events - Engage with other community managers on LinkedIn - Message: "Hi [Name], I've been following the amazing community you've built for [Company]. I have some ideas on how to increase engagement further. Would you be open to a quick brainstorming session?" | - Community Masters Book - YouTube: CMX Hub - Discord or Slack for community building | |||||||||||||
15 | Digital Marketing Specialist | 30k-90k | 16137 | 3751 | High demand, moderate supply | SEO, PPC, Google Analytics | High | 6-12 months | 1. Learn key digital marketing channels (SEO, PPC, social media) 2. Get Google Ads and Analytics certifications 3. Create and manage a blog to practice SEO 4. Run social media campaigns for local businesses 5. Develop a comprehensive digital marketing strategy 6. Create case studies of your successful campaigns 7. Start a newsletter on digital marketing trends 8. Build a personal brand as a digital marketing expert | - Data-driven approach to marketing - Proficiency in multiple marketing channels - Ability to create good content - Ability to leverage AI to increase marketing performance | - Use a personal website to showcase your projects - Include before/after metrics for your campaigns - Show examples of your best ad copies and designs - Highlight your understanding of different industries | - Join digital marketing groups on LinkedIn, whatsapp, discord - Attend marketing conferences and webinars - Network with other marketers and potential clients - Message: "Hi [Name], I noticed your company's recent campaign on [Platform]. I have some ideas that could potentially improve your ROI. Would you be interested in a brief discussion?" | - Google Digital Garage - HubSpot Academy - SEMrush Academy | |||||||||||||
16 | Content Writer | 20k-50k | 14573 | 3297 | High demand, high supply | Content Creation, Copywriting, SEO | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Develop strong writing and editing skills 2. Learn SEO basics and content optimization 3. Start a personal blog in your niche 4. Guest post on popular industry blogs 5. Create a diverse writing portfolio (blogs, whitepapers, etc.) 8. Build a personal brand as a thought leader in your niche | - Unique writing voice - Ability to write for different audiences - SEO optimization skills - Ability to use AI tools to write better content | - Use a platform like Substack to showcase your portfolio - Include a variety of writing styles and formats - Show metrics like traffic or engagement for your articles - Highlight any notable publications | - Attend literary events and writing workshops - Network with editors and content managers - Message: "Hello [Name], I'm a content writer specializing in [Niche]. I have some ideas for articles that could boost engagement on your blog. Would you be open to a quick brainstorming session?" | ||||||||||||||
17 | Social Media Manager | 25k-50k | 13135 | 4516 | High demand, high supply | Social Media Management, Content Strategy, Analytics | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Get a good understanding of key social media platforms 2. Learn social media analytics and scheduling tools 3. Create and grow your own themed social media account 4. Develop social media strategies for different industries 5. Run social media campaigns for local businesses or non-profits 6. Create case studies of your successful campaigns 7. Stay updated with latest social media trends | - Instagram or Youtube channel with active followers - Creative content creation skills- Understanding of social media algorithms - Ability to engage with audience | - Include growth metrics for accounts you've managed - Show examples of your best-performing posts - Highlight your strategy for different platforms | - Join social media marketing groups online - Attend social media conferences and webinars - Network with brand managers and marketing directors - Message: "Hi [Name], I've been following [Company]'s social media presence and have some ideas to boost your engagement. Would you be interested in a quick chat about potential strategies?" | ||||||||||||||
18 | Customer Support Executive | 25k-40k | 30161 | 12363 | High demand, very high supply | Customer Handling, Communication | Low | 1-3 months | 1. Develop excellent communication and problem-solving skills 2. Learn about common CRM systems 4. Create a knowledge base for a mock product 5. Offer customer support for a local business 6. Role-play difficult customer scenarios 8. Build a personal brand focused on customer experience | - Excellent Communication Skills - Knowledge of multiple products/services | - Use LinkedIn to showcase your customer service philosophy - Include testimonials from satisfied customers - Highlight metrics like response time and satisfaction scores - Show examples of how you've turned negative experiences into positive ones | - Message: "Hello [Name], I'm passionate about delivering excellent customer experiences. I have some ideas on how to improve customer satisfaction scores. Would you be open to a brief discussion?" | ||||||||||||||
19 | UI/UX Designer | 40k-1L | 14873 | 3361 | Moderate demand, moderate supply | UI Design, UX Research, Prototyping, Wireframing, AI UI tools | Medium | 3-6 months | 1. Learn design tools and learn latest AI tools to create designs (Figma AI) 4. Redesign popular apps or websites 5. Conduct usability testing and iterate designs 6. Build a diverse UX portfolio with case studies 7. Contribute to design systems or UI kits 8. Develop a personal brand as a UX thought leader | - - Ability to use AI to speed up design processes - Ability to balance aesthetics and functionality | - Use Behance or Dribbble for your portfolio - Include detailed case studies of your design process - Show before/after UX improvements with metrics - Highlight your research methods and findings | - Network with product managers and other designers - Message: "Hi [Name], I recently used [Company's] app and have some ideas on improving the user experience. Would you be interested in a quick discussion about potential enhancements?" | 10k Designers, FIGMA AI,Ansh Mehra UI/UX course and content | |||||||||||||
20 | Web Developer | 40k-1L | 15927 | 3636 | High demand, moderate supply | HTML, CSS, and JavaScript or No code web development tools | High | 3-6 months | 1. Get enough understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript 2. Learn a popular framework (React, Vue, Angular) 3. Build and deploy 5 web projects 4. Contribute to open-source web projects 5. Learn about web accessibility and performance optimization 6. Create coding tutorials or a technical blog 7. Participate in web development hackathons 8. Build a portfolio showcasing your best work | - Full-stack capabilities | - Host your projects live - Include code snippets and explain your coding decisions - Show your problem-solving process - Highlight unique features or challenges in each project | - Join web development forums and Slack channels - Attend local coding meetups and tech conferences - Network with other developers and potential employers - Message: "Hello [Name], I noticed [Company] is using [Technology]. I recently completed a project using this and would love to discuss how you're implementing it. Would you be open to a quick chat?" | ||||||||||||||
21 | App Developer | 30k-2L | 16431 | 3774 | High demand, low supply | React Native or Flutter, For Android Development (Java and Kotlin), For iOS Development (Swift and Objective-C) | High | 6-12 months | 1. Choose a platform (iOS or Android) and learn the basics 2. Master a programming language (Swift for iOS, Kotlin for Android) 3. Build and publish 3-5 apps on the app store 4. Contribute to open-source mobile projects 5. Learn about app monetization and ASO 6. Create tutorials on app development 7. Participate in mobile dev hackathons 8. Build a portfolio showcasing your best apps | - Platform-specific expertise - Understanding of mobile UX principles - Knowledge of app store guidelines | - Create a website showcasing your apps - Include case studies detailing the development process - Show app store metrics (downloads, ratings) - Highlight unique features or challenges in each app | - Join mobile dev communities on Reddit and Stack Overflow -Attend mobile app conferences and meetups -Network with other app developers and startup founders -Message: "Hi [Name], I recently developed an app similar to [Company's App]. I'd love to share some insights and learn about your development process. Would you be open to a brief chat?" | ||||||||||||||
22 | Full Stack Developer | 50k-2L | 17000 | 3840 | High demand, high supply | JavaScript, Python, HTML, CSS, React, Node.js | High | 6-12 months | 1. Pick up HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a backend language 2. Build 3 full-stack projects (e.g., e-commerce site) 3. Contribute to open-source projects on GitHub 4. Write technical blog posts 5. Participate in hackathons 6. Create coding tutorials on YouTube 7. Build an interactive portfolio website | - GitHub profile with regular contributions - Problem-solving skills in projects - Ability to explain complex concepts | - Host projects live - Include code snippets and explanations - Show your development process - Highlight unique features of each project | - Join local coding meetups - Participate in Stack Overflow - Attend tech conferences - Message: "Hi [Name], I noticed you're working on [Project]. I have experience in [Relevant Skill] and would love to contribute. Could we discuss how I might help?" | - freeCodeCamp - YouTube: Traversy Media, Code with Harry - GitHub for version control | |||||||||||||
23 | E-commerce Specialist | 30k-60k | 14629 | 3380 | High demand, moderate supply | SEO, Data Analytics, knowledge of ecom platforms | Medium | 3-6 months | 1.Learn about various e-commerce platforms (Shopify, WooCommerce) 2.Set up and manage a mock online store 3.Master digital marketing for e-commerce 4.Learn about inventory management and logistics 5.Create case studies on successful e-commerce strategies 6.Offer to optimize local businesses' online stores 7.Stay updated with e-commerce trends and best practices 8.Build a personal brand as an e-commerce expert | -Understanding of consumer behavior online -Knowledge of e-commerce analytics -Ability to optimize conversion rates | -Create a website showcasing your e-commerce projects -Show examples of successful product pages and email campaigns -Highlight your understanding of different e-commerce niches | Message: "Hi [Name], I noticed [Company's] online store and have some ideas to potentially increase conversions. Would you be open to a quick discussion about optimizing your e-commerce strategy?" | ||||||||||||||
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