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- Suggest ways to improve my writing skills
- Using writing skills without a degree in writing
- Interested in aerospace industry
Suggest ways to improve my writing skills
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September 23, 2008
Hii
I am a technical writer.i have got 6 months working experienced, please suggest me how to improve my writing skills and also tell me how i can join a technical writers forum? Please help me
Deepannita - India
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Check the India chapter of the Society for Technical Communication (STC) at http://www.stc-india.org/.
It is worthwhile joining STC, even if you do not live in the Bangalore area, because of the resources and forums they have. It is a good source for furthering your career.
Also note that, being a writer, you should never send out documents with incorrect grammar and punctuation. Never substitute "i" for "I", even in email.
Best wishes in a successful career.
Using writing skills without a degree in writing
Question
October 22, 2007
Where can I obtain more information about using my writing skills without having acquired a degree in writing?
Sherri - USA
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Many technical writing and marketing writing jobs do not require a degree in writing, although you need skill in writing. Having knowledge about a company's product line is often more valuable to them than a writing degree.
For example, if you are familiar with the medical industry and their terminology and you are able to write well, medical device companies would be interested in you as a technical or marketing writer.
Check into the Society for Technical Communication at www.stc.org to find a chapter in your area and then attend a meeting to talk to people in the writing field.
Interested in aerospace industry
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June 29, 2005
Hi
i am interested in taking a career in technical writing focusing on Aerospace industry
can you please let me know how many technical writers are there in this field in US.
what will be the future growth and prospects
Thanks
vinay
- USA
7396
Answer
Check the Society for Technical Communication at www.stc.org to find a chapter near your location. You can get much information about opportunities in your area from the STC chapter, as well as the STC website.
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