16 jobs that turn a passion for romance into a career

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Valentine's Day can evoke images of chocolate, a special meal at home or fancy dinner out and of course, flowers. If you can't get enough of the holiday, it might be time to consider a job that keeps the love alive all year long. 

Job site Adzuna compiled a list of 16 jobs for romantics, from the obvious choices of chocolatier, wedding planner or jeweler, to some that might be more loosely related to romance, such as babysitter and marriage counselor. Some professions, like florist, even have the science to back  up its ties to love: One Rutgers study found that flowers improve emotional health and boost intimate connections, and additional studies show that looking at and smelling flowers releases dopamine and serotonin, both of which have a positive impact on happiness. 

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Along with job titles, the list includes available openings and average salary. While many in these industries may get a little extra business around Valentine's Day, they get the satisfaction of bringing people joy on a regular basis.

Here are the top 16 jobs for those who love love. 

Florist

Available job openings: 236
Average salary:$64,839

Chocolatier

Available job openings: 3,137
Average salary: $33,205

Hotelier

Available job openings: 149,519
Average salary: $47,139

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Massage therapist

Available job openings: 11,401
Average salary: $61,016

Private chef

Available job openings: 164
Average salary: $64,430

Matchmaker

Available job openings: N/A
Average salary: Fees range from $500-$25,000

Greeting card writer

Available job openings: N/A
Average salary: Up to $75,000 or $36/hour

Jeweler

Available job openings: N/A
Average salary: Up to $30/hour

Musician

Available job openings: 2,994
Average salary: $36,873

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Pastry chef

Available job openings: 392
Average salary: $48,833

Babysitter

Available job openings: 2,012
Average salary: $36,728

Wedding planner

Available job openings: 216
Average salary: $53,453

Midwife

Available job openings: 2,864
Average salary: $63,316

Marriage counselor

Available job openings: 2,256
Average salary: $84,747

Sex therapist

Available job openings: 21 
Average salary: $65,000

Romance writer

Available job openings: N/A
Average salary: ~ $60,000

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