AI Prompt Engineer - Nolane Jones

It's sometimes called "AI whispering" because it involves learning to "speak" to AI models to get the best responses, where even tiny changes in a prompt can yield vastly different results!

Creative & Visual Skills
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Critical Thinking & Judgement
Emotional Intelligence & Personal Traits
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Organizational & Operational Skills
Physical & Situational Readiness

Where does this job happen?

They craft and refine inputs ("prompts") for AI models to get accurate and desired outputs. This involves designing, testing, and fine-tuning prompts, collaborating with AI teams, and ensuring ethical AI use.

What do they actually do?

In tech, marketing, customer service, education, finance, healthcare, often in offices or remotely.

What kind of person does this?

Detail-oriented, analytical, creative, curious, excellent communicators, problem-solvers, and interdisciplinary thinkers.

What skills do you need?

A mix of technical skills (AI/ML/NLP understanding, Python, data analysis, AI model familiarity, prompting techniques) and soft skills (communication, critical thinking, creativity, attention to detail, continuous learning).

How much money can you make?

Salaries vary widely. In the US (mid-2025), the average is typically **$120,000 to $150,000**. Entry-level roles start around **$70,000-$100,000**, while experienced professionals at top companies can earn **$170,000 to over $200,000**.