From Prompt Engineers To NFT Traders To Virtual Event Planners: Top High-Salary Jobs In 2025 – News18

Last Updated:March 04, 2025, 08:09 IST

Since Covid-19, the job sector has transformed, with emerging roles like AI prompt engineer, metaverse developer, and NFT creator. Jobs that were unheard of five years ago now, offer high salaries

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, the job sector has experienced major changes. Many people started working from home for the first time, while others found a balance between work and personal life through the hybrid model. Over the past five years, numerous jobs have disappeared while new ones have emerged.

Jobs in fields like AI, machine learning, and data analysis offer lucrative salaries, often reaching lakhs even at the entry-level. Earning crores within a few years is achievable. Technological, societal, and economic changes over the past five years have led to the creation of many novel job opportunities. Here are 10 such jobs that were virtually unheard of five years ago:

AI Prompt Engineer

AI prompt engineers are skilled professionals who design prompts to facilitate effective communication with artificial intelligence models (like ChatGPT or Gemini) and obtain accurate results. This job arose after 2020 with the widespread adoption of AI.

Metaverse Developer

Metaverse developers specialise in creating games, applications, and experiences for the metaverse – a digital realm built upon virtual reality and augmented reality. The concept of the metaverse was not mainstream before 2020.

NFT Creator/Trader

NFT creators or traders are involved in the creation, sale, or trade of non-fungible tokens (NFTs). This market, based on blockchain technology, gained popularity only after 2020. Many people learned about it during the work-from-home period.

Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability consultants are experts who assist companies in adopting environment-friendly practices and reducing their carbon footprint. With the increasing focus on climate change, the demand for this job has surged.

Drone Pilot/Operator

The use of drones has become increasingly prevalent. Whether for recreational purposes or professional use, drones have gained immense popularity. Drone pilots or operators are skilled professionals who operate drones for various applications, including delivery, photography, surveying, and agriculture.

As drone technology has become more affordable and widespread since 2020, it has evolved into a common profession.

Virtual Event Planner

Virtual event planners are professionals who specialise in organising online conferences, webinars, and virtual festivals. The demand for these professionals escalated after the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. During the pandemic, they even facilitated online weddings.

Cryptocurrency Analyst

Cryptocurrency analysts are experts who analyse the cryptocurrency market and provide investment advice. The popularity of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies soared after 2020, leading to a surge in demand for this profession.

Telehealth Coordinator

A few years ago, the concept of online health check-ups or consultations seemed unimaginable. However, since the 2020 pandemic, it has become commonplace. Telehealth coordinators are professionals who streamline online health services and connect patients with doctors.

Content Moderator For Social Media

Content moderators for social media platforms are in high demand. These professionals are responsible for removing misinformation, violent content, or inappropriate material from social media platforms.

Many brands also employ content moderators to manage their social media accounts. The need for content moderation has increased significantly after 2020 due to the surge in digital content and the spread of fake news.

Hybrid Work Manager

Hybrid work managers are experts who manage the blended work culture of office-based and remote work. They ensure employee productivity and maintain a balance between the two work models. This job role emerged after the pandemic with the rise of the hybrid working model.