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In Brief... Technical Writer

 Brief Description:

Writes technical information instruction manuals and textbooks.


Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 14

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Organize material and complete writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. 

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Maintain records and files of work and revisions. 

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Edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or establishment personnel. 

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Confer with customer representatives, vendors, plant executives, or publisher to establish technical specifications and to determine subject material to be developed for publication. 

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Review published materials and recommend revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of reproduction and binding. 

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Select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material. 

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Study drawings, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail. 

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Interview production and engineering personnel and read journals and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods. 

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Observe production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail. 

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Arrange for typing, duplication, and distribution of material. 

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Level 6 Cert or greater

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Job Title
Technical Writer
Salary Range*
25 - 48
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Collins McNicholas / Hudson / Brightwater

Last Updated: May, 2013
* The lower figures typically reflect starting salaries. Higher salaries are awarded to those with greater experience and responsibility. Positions in Dublin sometimes command higher salaries.

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