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Number of Open Positions each month
Last datapoint: Mar 2024 (34,060 open positions)
The job market data across the years reflects a multifaceted trend. In January 2019, there were
41,901 job openings, with fluctuations throughout the year but with an overall growth pattern
for the years leading to 2022, where positions peaked at 51,668 in March 2022.
However, in 2023, the market has shown a decline in openings, dropping to as low as 26,121 in
November and regaining only to 31,416 in December.
The predictions for early 2024 suggest a cautious recovery with an expected rise to 40,076
job openings in April 2024 following the trend established before 2023. Despite the challenges,
both short-term and long-term forecasts signal potential for improved job availability in the
upcoming months.
Number of openings across industries
Highest: Marketing and advertising (1,142,735 jobs)
In this job market overview, the Marketing and Advertising sector stands out with the highest number of job openings at 1,142,735, indicating robust demand in this area. Following closely is the Entertainment industry, which offers 477,727 positions, reflecting strong growth. The Broadcast Media sector has 210,188 openings, while Publishing and Music industries have 140,039 and 103,166 job openings respectively. Online Media and Media Production provide 57,716 and 126,547 opportunities, respectively. Finally, the Newspapers sector has the least openings at 41,637, suggesting challenges within that field. Overall, the data highlights a vibrant job market, particularly within Marketing and Entertainment.
Top positions by number of openings
Unclassified
108,880
Account Executives
19,981
Customer Service Representatives
13,790
Booksellers
11,150
Client Service Coordinators
10,719
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