Many also report that desktop publishing skills are important. Some report that database, spreadsheet, and internet skills are important. Almost all employers provide medical insurance and other benefits, including a paid vacation, paid sick leave, and dental insurance. Most also provide a retirement plan, life insurance, and vision insurance. A few provide childcare benefits.
Some employers provide benefits for part-time employees.
Employment of writers and editors is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through the year 2008.