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Can AI do the work of a Executive assistant?
Today an AI can already handle the first pass: repeat tickets, stock emails, a simple reset. The odd case, the angry customer, and fraud still need a person.
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Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Executive assistant
34%
AI or a robot can already do 34% of this job.
#19 / 103
View rankingExecutive assistant
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Answer phone calls and direct calls to appropriate parties or take messages.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 13% | 28% | +3.6 |
Manage and maintain executives' schedules.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Open, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence, including faxes and email.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Perform general office duties, such as ordering supplies, maintaining records management database systems, and performing basic bookkeeping work.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 9% | 55% | +5 |
Prepare invoices, reports, memos, letters, financial statements, and other documents, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 22% | +1.5 |
Prepare responses to correspondence containing routine inquiries.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Coordinate and direct office services, such as records, departmental finances, budget preparation, personnel issues, and housekeeping, to aid executives.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 55% | +3.9 |
Greet visitors and determine whether they should be given access to specific individuals.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 31% | 28% | +8.7 |
| Total | 100% | 35% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- company policies
- translate keywords into full texts
- perform business research
- use spreadsheets software
- coordinate events
- organise travel arrangements for staff
- use different communication channels
- process commissioned instructions
- manage office facility systems
- use office systems
Sources for this job· O*NET 43-6011.00· ESCO/ISCO 3343
IS WORK OVER?
Graphic designer
28%
#58 / 103
View rankingGraphic designer
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Use computer software to generate new images.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 33% | 28% | +9.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- graphic design
- desktop publishing
- copyright legislation
- respect publication formats
- use creative suite software
- follow a brief
- identify customer's needs
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-1024.00· ESCO/ISCO 2166