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Wk. 8

Dylan Bovill

Updated June 4, 2020

Transcript

Technical Writing

Spring 2020 session

What is technical writing?

All About It

Technical writing is a type of writing where the author is writing about a particular subject that requires direction, instruction, or explanation.

This style of writing has a very different purpose and different characteristics than other writing styles such as creative writing, academic writing or business writing.

Example

Technical writers have the great benefit of becoming lifelong learners.

Benefits

While the reader does not need to know all the details, you need to have a depth of knowledge to select just the crucial elements to include. A broad understanding will ensure that the text is accurate and communicates the necessary data most efficiently.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for technical writers is projected to grow 10% from 2014 to 2024. Employment growth in this field will exceed the national average for other occupations due to the continued increase in scientific and technical products.

A Growing

Field

Where Do They Work?

Technical writers work in software, consulting, academia, government, broadcasting, transportation, energy, telecommunications, health, security, publishing, and the list could go on.

In fact, you don’t need to know everything about the subject matter. You just need to know where to find necessary information, be able to analyze it, do research, and be passionate about writing.

You Don't Need A Technical Background

You Don't Need A Degree

It doesn’t mean that you don’t need appropriate knowledge if you want to start your career as a technical writer. But it’s not necessary to get a B.S. or B.A.