High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Generally have a set schedule each week

May work part time or full time, but most work 40 hours a week

May work overtime to meet deadlines

TECHNICAL WRITERS will:

Make technical information understandable for most people

Write manuals, reports, proposals, and newsletters

Work with editors

Have a bachelor's degree

TECHNICAL WRITERS frequently:

Sit for long periods of time

Repeat the same movements

Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls

; It is important that TECHNICAL WRITERS be able to:

See details of objects that are less than a few feet away

Speak clearly so listeners can understand