The Challenges of Technical Illustration for Customer Documentation in the High Tech Environment
http://www.stc.org/confproceed/1997/PDFs/0146.PDF

Moore, Donna Lynn
STC Proceedings
1997

Abstract:

As emerging computer technology and new graphics software packages allow for the creation of illustration and design by individuals without formal training, traditional illustrators from the “pen and pencil” era are continually challenged to compete in the industry. Choosing a career path in the technical documentation field presents a unique set of challenges for the technical illustrator and designer. This paper identijes the role of a technical illustrator and the tools and skills required for success in a high tech environment.