SOC 3412 Culture, media and sports occupations

Authors, writers and translators Salary

Median salary £36,865 per year (2025). Based on ONS ASHE data.

Gross pay, before deductions. See take-home pay on £37,000 after tax and National Insurance →

For authors, writers and translators, £39,459 is the typical (median) pay. That is around the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +1.0% versus the national average.

About this role

Authors, writers and translators provide technical support, implementation and operational expertise within IT and technology environments. They configure systems, troubleshoot issues, implement solutions and ensure technology infrastructure operates reliably and securely.

Key responsibilities

Installing, configuring and maintaining IT systems and infrastructure
Troubleshooting technical issues and providing user support
Implementing security measures and monitoring system performance
Documenting technical procedures and configurations
Collaborating with development and engineering teams

Qualifications and entry routes

Typically requires a degree, HND or professional certifications in a relevant technology area. Certifications such as CompTIA, Cisco (CCNA), Microsoft (Azure/365) or AWS are valued. Apprenticeships provide alternative entry routes.

Career outlook

Strong demand across all sectors. Cloud, cybersecurity and data management skills are particularly sought after.

Key skills

Technical troubleshooting Systems administration Network management Security awareness Documentation

Common industries

Technology
Financial services
Public sector
Telecommunications
Managed service providers

Data coverage

SOC code 3412

Data source ONS ASHE

Years available 2015–2025

Estimated jobs 20,000

Median Salary

£36,865

Mean Salary

£41,707

Jobs (000s)

20k

Data Years

11 years

Salary Range (2025)

P25: £26,558Median: £36,865

P10: --P25: £27kMedian: £37kP75: --P90: --

Estimated Career Progression

Based on salary percentile distribution for this occupation

Entry Level

£26,558

0-2 years

Mid Level

£26,558

3-7 years

Salary Trend (2015-2025)

Adjust for inflation

Nominal growth: +55.8%Real growth: +12.9%

Gender Pay Comparison (2025)

Gender pay gap: 16.1%

Full-time vs All Employees (2025)

All Employees

£36,865

Full-time Only

£39,459

Full-time premium: +£2,594

Authors, writers and translators salary: common questions

How much do authors, writers and translators earn in the UK?

Authors, writers and translators earn a median of £39,459 a year (ONS ASHE 2025).

Is £39,459 a good salary in the UK?

For authors, writers and translators, £39,459 is the typical (median) pay. That is around the UK full-time median of £39,039 — +1.0% versus the national average.

What is the starting salary for authors, writers and translators?

Entry-level authors, writers and translators typically start near the lower end of the range. The bottom 25% earn up to £26,558, though this varies by employer and region.

Have authors, writers and translators salaries kept up with inflation?

Since 2015, median authors, writers and translators pay has risen from £28,421 to £39,459 — +39% in cash terms, or +1.0% after CPIH inflation. That is roughly in line with inflation over the period.

Is there a gender pay gap for authors, writers and translators?

Male authors, writers and translators earn a median £39,980 and female authors, writers and translators £33,546 — a gap of +16% in 2025.

Figures: ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings, gross annual pay. UK full-time median £39,039 (2025).