Career questions tagged technical-writing
How did you know that pursuing technical writing was the *right* way to go?
I've been dancing around the career for at least a year already. I like science and writing, but I'm not sure if that's enough to go down the technical writing route. I'm passionate about making non-science/math people understand these fields, because even if my major is in the humanities, I can safely say that understanding some degree of science makes me more aware of my lifestyle. I've been looking into grad programs for technical communication, but am still nervous. What if I'm choosing a career I'll hate in a few years? People who are technical writers and love their jobs, how did you know that technical writing was the *right* career?
How do you get hired for a job/internship/volunteer opportunity in careers relating to proofreading, editing, or technical writing without prior experience before finishing your degree?
Returned to school as a college junior this year My interests are creative or technical writing, editing, and proofreading careers
How do I build a technical writing portfolio?
My background is in physics, so my writing opportunities outside of lab reports have been limited. Where do I start in building a portfolio without specific tasks to fulfill? I start a master's program in Technical Communications this fall. I know those assignments will likely help as well, I just wanted to get a head start if I can.
How to become a technical writer?
Lend your expertise: what does it take to become a technical writer? Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.
Hello, how can I learn digital literacy/basic computer literacy?
My question is where and how I can learn these skills, and what are some basic digital skills that everyone needs or should know. I mean regardless of any profession what are the technical skills that are necessary right now. I will be grateful for your help. Thank you.
How would you get practice for becoming a technical writer?
When it comes to creative writing, it seems to be simpler to build a portfolio. If I'm not majoring in Technical Writing, what suggestions would you have to build the skills necessary to excel, and appear attractive to recruiters?