Technical Writers
Career Snapshot
Do you enjoy explaining how things work? That is frequently what a technical writer does. It is critical to be able to write clearly and concisely. A bachelor's degree in the liberal arts, particularly communications, journalism, or English, is typically required for this position. It is also advantageous if you have prior experience in the field for which you will be writing. A knowledge in engineering, for example, can help technical writers who describe how to use equipment.
You're reading the work of a technical writer when you read operating or maintenance manuals, catalogues, assembly instructions, product descriptions, and other items meant to inform and educate. In certain ways, a technical writer is a translator. He or she translates scientific, medical, or other complicated material into plain English.
Technical writing is a skill that may be applied anyplace. They are employed around the country, with the most opportunities in the Northeast, Texas, and California. With the continuous advancement of technology and electronics, need for technical writers should continue to climb, particularly for persons who are comfortable with changing technology.