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10 Non-Hi-Tech Writing Jobs for Technical Communicators

By Ugur Akinci | October 15, 2009

Introduction: Technical Writing Jobs “Technical” is an interesting qualifier in the technical communication field since not all “technical writing jobs” are technology and hi-tech related. Here are 10 non-hi-tech writing jobs for technical communicators for those who are hunting for a job: Writing Office Manuals Write a manual describing how to use the various office…

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Bad Technical Writing Can Lead to Disaster

By Ugur Akinci | October 14, 2009

  Here is a memo (part of the public record) that some people think probably contributed to one of the worst nuclear plant accidents in history: ———————————– (START) BABCOCK & WILCOX COMPANY I R GENERATION GROUP August 3, 1978 TO: Manager, Plant Integration FROM: Manager, Plant Performance Services SUBJECT: Operator Interruption of High Pressure Injection…

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CNN: Technical Writing is the 28th Best Job in America

By Ugur Akinci | October 13, 2009

A CNN survey of 50 TOP JOBS concluded that Technical Writing is one of the best jobs in America today — 28th best job, to be exact. What’s more than that, the CNN survey also concluded that, in terms of “Quality of Life” and low-stress working conditions, Technical Writing ranks 5th in the USA. Technical…

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American Medical Writers Association

By Ugur Akinci | October 13, 2009

If you are a technical writer specializing on medical and pharmaceutical copy you might consider becoming a member of the American Medical Writers Association (AMWA). They’re about to hold their annual conference down in Dallas, TX on October 22nd. Here are some of the AMWA membership benefits: * Career development at all expertise levels *…

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