- The internet as we know it changed the jobscape significantly.
- Jobs like app developer or social media manager did not exist 20 years ago.
- Marijuana getting legalized also gave way to a host of new jobs.
Technology is constantly changing the way we work, live, and play — emphasis on "work." While technology has rendered many jobs people had back in the '90s obsolete, it also created a host of new positions that never before existed.
From making a living off selling artisanal candles on Etsy to managing social media, the career options available today are nothing like they were 20 years ago.
Keep scrolling to learn about 15 popular jobs in 2018 that weren't even conceivable 20 years ago.
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Apps weren't invented until the late 2000s, so app developers weren't a thing yet.
In 2018, there are apps for everything. At INSIDER, we've rounded up the best travel apps to make your life easier, the most helpful apps you should use every day, and apps that will help you save money — among many others.
All of these apps (short for applications) require developers who saw a need, thought of an idea, and made it a reality. And since we use apps every single day, the industry is huge. According to Fueled, in 2016 the global app revenue hit an estimated $52 billion.
In the same vein, tech-y jobs like web analyst, SEO specialist, and coder, all didn't exist.
While drones have been around for a while, commercial companies like Amazon have only started using drones in the past five years. Those drones need operators.
In addition to delivering packages for PrimeAir, the film industry is increasingly taking advantage of the unique shots a drone can get. To start making money off your drone, you'll need to pass the Aeronautical Knowledge Test, obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate, and pass a background check.
Content moderators weren't around in '98, because there wasn't any content to moderate.
Content moderators are people who are hired to sift through the things that get uploaded to sites like Facebook or YouTube by users, and make sure that they're compliant with the terms of the site. They also weed through items that have been flagged as inappropriate.
While the internet can be a great place for people to share their artwork, speak their mind, and connect with people across the globe, it takes content moderators to make sure that its various platforms remain a safe and pleasant place to spend time.
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