Entertainment
20 Bizarre Jobs You Never Knew Existed
By Jake Beardslee · March 12, 2024
Professional Mourner
Originating from ancient cultures, professional mourners are hired to express grief at funerals, helping to honor the deceased and support their families during the mourning process. The Good Funeral Guide/Unsplash
Gumologist
Specialists in the development of chewing gum, combining scientific knowledge with the practical testing of gum's flavor and bubble capabilities. Charles Wright/Unsplash
Olive Oil Police in Italy
An elite group of law enforcement officers trained to detect and prevent the sale of counterfeit olive oil. Marquise de Photographie/Unsplash
Iceberg Mover
Tasked with relocating icebergs that pose a threat to shipping routes using tugboats and cranes, ensuring the safety of maritime travel. Alexander Hafemann/Unsplash
Dice Quality Inspector
his role involves conducting quality control tests on dice to ensure they have precise dimensions and weight balances for fair gameplay. Edge2Edge Media/Unsplash
Cuidacarro
In Costa Rica, cuidacarros watch over parked cars to deter theft, offering peace of mind to vehicle owners. Michael Fousert/Unsplash
Human Scarecrow
A modern take on the traditional scarecrow, human scarecrows actively keep birds away from crops, embodying the role to protect agricultural yields. Gregory Hayes/Unsplash
Soap Boiler
Soap boilers are responsible for transforming fats into neat soap, a foundational element in the production of bar and powdered soaps. Kristina Balić/Unsplash
Professional Mermaid
Entertainers who don mermaid costumes to perform at parties and events, captivating audiences with their performances. Naja Bertolt Jensen/Unsplash
Full-Time Netflix Viewer
Individuals in this role get paid to watch TV and films, providing ratings and feedback to help curate the platform's content. freestocks/Unsplash
Bicycle Fisher in Amsterdam
Workers retrieve thousands of bicycles from the city's canals each year using giant hydraulic claws. Rafael Lodos/Unsplash
Dog Mayor of Rabbit Hash, Kentucky
This town elects dogs as honorary mayors, with the current holder being a pit bull named Brynneth Pawltro. James Barker/Unsplash
Eternal Employee in Sweden
Hired to do absolutely nothing at the Korsvägen train station, the employee enjoys a salary, raises, and a pension for their non-work. Peter van der Meulen/Unsplash
IMAX Screen Cleaner
Responsible for ensuring the massive cinema screens remain clear and clean for the best viewing experience. Isaac Moore/Unsplash
Odor Tester
Individuals tasked with assessing the effectiveness of deodorants, perfumes, and other scent-related products by testing them on humans. Ana Essentiels/Unsplash
Sewer Flusher
Tasked with keeping sewer systems clear, these workers tackle blockages in the pipes, requiring a strong stomach and the willingness to work in less than pleasant conditions. SELİM ARDA ERYILMAZ/Unsplash
Body Part Model
Specializing in modeling specific body parts like hands, feet, or even ears for photography shoots or as body doubles in films, this job demands exceptional care of the featured body part. AROMATEEC/Unsplash
Paper Towel Sniffer
Responsible for ensuring the scent of paper towels meets quality standards, sniffers have a keen sense of smell to judge the product's fragrance. Kier in Sight Archives/Unsplash
Online Dating Ghostwriter
Helping clients create engaging and attractive profiles for online dating platforms, ghostwriters must have excellent writing skills and a knack for marketing. Good Faces Agency/Unsplash
Ice Rink Hand Holder
Ensuring the safety of visitors at ice rinks, especially during the busy winter months, these attendants may guide and support people on the ice, often holding hands to prevent falls. Irena Carpaccio/Unsplash