10 Dream Jobs That Pay Really Well
People say if you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life. Well, these careers basically define that saying — and they'll make you a lot of money, too. So if you want to spend your days having fun and raking in the cash, these are the jobs for you.
Food Stylist
If you've ever read a magazine, you've probably seen the impressive work of someone with this occupation. They know all the tips and tricks to making sure food looks drool-worthy — and get paid on average $77,000 to do so.
Race Engineer
Anyone who follows NASCAR know all too well that race engineers are crucial. After all, they act as the interpreter between the car and the driver to help the best performance possible take place. They rake in around $134,000 for their work.
Voice Over Artist
Commercials and cartoons would be nothing without these professionals, who know how to act with just their voices. When you think about it, that's not a bad gig for around $80,000 per year.
Fortune Cookie Writer
Yes, this is an actual job and yes, it pays well. Up to $80,000 actually. That's not bad for basically holding someone's destiny in your hands.
Disney Imagineer
Someone has to figure out what new ride is going to pop up at one of the most famous amusement parks of all time. And those engineers with imaginations (get it?) can rake in over $130,000 for this dream job.
Greensman
Anyone who loves to garden in their spare time will appreciate this work, which is just that except on movie and TV sets. Hey, someone has to do it, and that person makes around $84,000 thanks to their green thumb.
Ferrari Driver
People who buy this luxury car aren't your average Joe. And that's why this car retailer pays driving instructors almost $90,000 per year to teach their buyers how to get the most out of their Ferrari.
Private Island Caretaker
Imagine getting paid to soak up the sun and pretend you own an island every day. Well, you can do it when the rich and famous are away, and earn on average $100,000 per year for it.
Hollywood Stunt Person
Only adventurous personalities need apply for this job, which could include enduring punches or running through fire. But if you love a good thrill, it pays off — around $100,000 per year, to be exact.
Video Game Designer
If you're constantly trying to figure out how to beat the latest game, why not help come up with the same experience for others? You could earn around $83,000 per year to work on your passion every day.
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VOCABULARY WORDS:
1. Impressive (adj.) ~ evoking admiration through size, quality, or skill: grand, imposing, or awesome
2. Rake in (idiom) ~ to earn or get a large amount of money
3. Gig (n.) ~ a job usually for a specified time
4. Green thumb (n./ informal) ~ natural talent for growing plants
5. Average Joe (n./ colloquial) ~ used primarily in North America to refer to a completely average person
6. Endure (v.) ~ suffer (something painful or difficult) patiently
QUESIONS FOR DISCUSSION:
1. Which of the three jobs mentioned above would you be interested in doing? What are the skills necessary for those jobs?
2. What are the highest-paying jobs in your ｃountry these days? About how much do they earn?
3. What do you think is more important in landing your dream job: luck or skill? Discuss your answer.
