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Talent Directors
O*NET 27-2012.04 · SOC 27-2012
Projected Growth
+7%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$83k
per year
Annual Openings
17k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for Talent Directors roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Leadership — offices, client meetings, or hybrid
Work Style
Collaborative — frequent interaction with teams, clients, or patients
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Enterprising (Persuaders)5.9
Artistic (Creators)5.7
Social (Helpers)4.3
Conventional (Organizers)3.6
Investigative (Thinkers)1.4
Realistic (Doers)1.2
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