Technical Writer
Write technical materials, such as equipment manuals, appendices, or operating and maintenance instructions. May assist in layout work.
At a Glance
Technical Writer. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.3–4.5 years. Top skills: Technical Writing, English Language, Writing.
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Bachelor's degree
4.3–4.5 years
28
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Technical Writers
Median Wage
$91,670/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+0.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (9)
Technical Writing
Proofreading
Technical Documentation
Request For Proposal
Style Guides
Business Process
Business Development
Technical Communication
Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Common Skills (20)
Editing
Communication
Detail Oriented
Grammar
Management
Microsoft Office
Presentations
Organizational Skills
Multitasking
Sales
Quick Learning
Information Technology
Problem Solving
Ability To Meet Deadlines
Verbal Communication Skills
Research
Certifications (1)
Security Clearance
Related Specializations
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