Athletes & Sports Competitors
Code: 27-2021.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 2
Median Annual Salary
£66,710
Range: £26,500 - £742,310
Preparation & Education
Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed
Job Zone 2
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Compete in athletic events.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Baseball Pitcher
Baseball Player
Basketball Player
Golf Professional
Hockey Player
Major League Baseball Player
Minor League Baseball Player
Professional Athlete
Professional Golf Tournament Player
Race Car Driver
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Assess performance following athletic competition, identifying strengths and weaknesses and making adjustments to improve future performance.
- Maintain equipment used in a particular sport.
- Attend scheduled practice or training sessions.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Spreadsheet software
Microsoft Excel
Video creation and editing software
YouTube
Electronic mail software
Email software
Core Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Basic Skills
talking to others
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
Social
changing what is done based on other people's actions
understanding people's reactions
Problem Solving
noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Business
management
customer service
Arts and Humanities
English language
Communications
multimedia
Education and Training
teaching and course design
Endurance
exercise for a long time without getting out of breath
Physical Strength
lift, push, pull, or carry
exercise for a long time without your muscles getting tired
Verbal
listen and understand what people say
communicate by speaking
Ideas and Logic
notice when problems happen
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Self-Confidence
Optimism
Perseverance
Stress Tolerance
Self-Control
Achievement Orientation
Frequently Asked Questions About Athletes & Sports Competitors
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Athletes & Sports Competitors is £66,710. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £26,500, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £742,310 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Athletes & Sports Competitors typically aligns with Job Zone 2 (Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed). Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some careers may not.
Essential skills and tooling for a Athletes & Sports Competitors include: Microsoft Excel, YouTube, Email software. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
Live UK Vacancies for Athletes & Sports Competitors
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£26,500
Median Annual (Average):
£66,710
90th Percentile (Senior):
£742,310
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