Tech Writer Salaries in the U.S.

It's hard to say how much money full time freelance technical writers make. But we do have some data on salaries made by full time technical writers working for a company.

Adar, Bryan S. Blogspot (2008). Careers>Writing>Salaries>Technical Writing

Technical Writing - Writing in “Standard Written English”

As technical writers, we’re much better off when we write in a way that follows the dictates of Standard Written English (SWE). We can believe all we want that one person’s way of writing is just as good as another. And, in private use, it is. But we know perfectly well that a person who writes the kind of material we do who doesn’t have what’s generally considered “good” language skills won’t be considered a professional - and won’t get work.

Adar, Bryan S. Technical Communication Center (2009). Articles>Writing>Grammar

What Questions You Should Ask at a SOW Meeting

At times, though, a writer is a bit overwhelmed at the start-of-work meeting. He becomes passive and takes in everything the client lays out without asking for more. That can result in some information that’s very important to the writer being missed.

Adar, Bryan S. Technical Communication Center (2009). Articles>Collaboration>Interviewing>SMEs