A technical writer is a professional wordsmith who condenses and simplifies complicated topics, such as artificial intelligence or augmented reality, to create user manuals, online reference documentation, customer service guides for a company’s help desk, and other types of content.Technical writing requires a deep level of understanding of the topic being covered. Technical writers often have experience as engineers, design and drafting professionals, and other related careers. Some technical writers, however, can conceptualize information and break it down without having hands-on experience. Neither type is innately better; each has its strengths.
Below, we will cover a sample job description, exploring the daily responsibilities and necessary qualifications for a technical writer.