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The average entry web designer makes about $80,000 per year. A junior web designer makes $92,000 per year and a senior web designer makes $120,000+ per year. Freelancing web designers are able to pull in $10,000 per gig in less than a month. Take a step forward and reach out to us for a chance to learn web design and start earning from the comfort of your home. Online and Physical classes available.

The world is currently evolving rapidly - and we're gearing towards a fully digital age. Technology is at the forefront of this growth | but there is a problem - there is a lack of skilled individuals to help achieve a digital world. In Nigeria alone the unemployment rate is at 33% which is bad, very bad. However, there's something you can do about it.

You can learn a digital skills - don't believe me? There has been a rapid increase in the need for UI/UX designers and Web Developers. Companies would rather poach talent from other companies because there is no workforce. "A US based company recently hired the whole development team of a Nigerian based company". Shocking, right? Well not really because it is to be expected. So how do we improve the workforce, increases chances and opportunities of getting a job or freelancing, and reducing the unemployment rate in Nigeria? Well - the answer is simple, by learning an in-demand skill.

If you are able to dedicate 20hrs/week, here are the top ten in-demand digital and tech skills in the 2021:

1. Artificial intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is the ability of a computer or machine to mimic human intelligence, such as learning by experience or from repetition, solving problems, understanding and responding to language, making decisions and recognizing certain objects. Careers in AI include machine learning engineers, data scientists, business intelligence developers, research scientists and big data engineers or architects.

Read more: Everything You Need To Know About the Role of an AI Engineer

2. Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting or securing computer systems and networks from cyber attacks or digital interference that intends to access, change or destroy sensitive or confidential information or interrupt normal operations. Cybersecurity-focused jobs include systems engineer, network engineer or architect, software developer or engineer and cybersecurity analyst.

3. Cloud computing
Cloud computing is the delivery of computing services, such as data storage, networking, web servers, database management systems, marketing automation and business analytics over the Internet or the “cloud.” Cloud computing skills are useful in careers as a full stack developer, senior software engineer, cloud engineer, Java developer and software architect.

Read more: What Is Cloud Computing? (With Usage Info and Benefits)

4. Software engineering
Software engineering is a form of computer science that applies engineering principles to the development of software. Software engineers can get jobs as IT consultants, game developers, multimedia programmers and web developers.

5. Software development
Software development is the process of using computer science principles and programming languages to create, test, debug and deploy all software and computer programs for client applications. Software development skills can assist you in your career as a web developer, database administrator, software developer or computer programmer.

6. Project management
Project management is leading a team to achieve goals and meet deadlines from the start of a project to its end-result. Project management skills are useful in careers as a consultant, software developer, computer engineer and information technologist. Project management skills are also desired in construction, energy, healthcare, marketing and consulting.

7. UI/UX design
UI refers to user interface design and UX refers to user experience design. Both design roles work closely together to create a functional and appealing experience for users or target customers. These specialized skills can help you in your career as a UI or UX designer, design lead or creative director.

8. Data analytics
Data analytics involves the process of storing, managing and using data to gain valuable information and insights. Jobs that use data analytics skills include business intelligence analysts, data analysts, data engineers, data analytics consultants and IT systems analysts.

9. Data science
Data science is multi-faceted, combining two or more academic disciplines, such as math, statistics, visualization, advanced computing, domain expertise, scientific method and data engineering. The practice of data science incorporates data mining, machine learning and big data and involves scientific methods, processes and algorithms to discover insightful ways to interpret and use structured and unstructured data. Data science skills can help you in a career as a data scientist, machine learning engineer, enterprise architect and statistician.

10. Programming
Programming uses a formal language to essentially tell a computer what to do or how to solve problems. Without programming, computers are unable to perform tasks of any kind. Jobs that use computer programming skills include computer systems engineers, business intelligence analysts, software application developers, database administrators and software quality assurance (QA) engineers.

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11. Computer graphics
Computer graphics is the act of creating or manipulating digital images in the form of pixels drawn on a computer. Computer graphics skills are useful in UI design, animation, web design, video editing and graphic design.

12. Digital marketing
Digital marketing is advertising using digital technologies, such as desktop computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones and other digital platforms. It's the act of using digital media channels, such as search engines, websites, email, social media and apps to deliver information and promote products, services and brands. Jobs that use digital marketing skills include content managers and strategists, SEO and SEM specialists, virtual reality developers, digital marketing managers and email marketing specialists.

CCTV Installation is of the highest paying skills in Nigeria; especially during unprecedented times. The average cost of installation for an 8CH camera is at an average of NGN150,000. CCTV engineers can charge up to NGN100,000 for the installation of a 4 channel camera kit. We at Celine Academy have trained some great installers and engineers who have gone on to start their own practice and earn thousands every week. This is your chance to join them, contact us on whatsapp by clicking the button below.

Its 2021, and in 10 years more than half the things we do will be fully digitized. But you can stay ahead of the curve by learning a new skill. Become a certified CCTV installation expert in one month and start making 60-80k per installation.