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RE: Creative Writing Samples for Instructional Writer Position
Subject:RE: Creative Writing Samples for Instructional Writer Position From:"Bonnie Granat" <bgranat -at- granatedit -dot- com> To:"TECHWR-L" <techwr-l -at- lists -dot- techwr-l -dot- com> Date:Fri, 5 Nov 2004 02:38:55 -0500
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> <<I just received a call from the HR rep asking did I have
> anything more creative because the samples I submitted seemed
> rather techie. She suggested something that has more of a
> narrative tone. When I mentioned that I've written company
> policies in the past, she went on to ask is there anything
> creative that I've done, even if it's outside of the workplace. >>
>
> If you were going to write up a sample, I would suggest a
> short sample based on training someone to do something like
> balance a checkbook, bake a cake, change the oil, etc. Write
> it as a series of steps, maybe with intro paragraphs
> describing prerequisites if need be. That's probably as
> close as I can guess to what she might want. She may also be
> "translating" from the hiring manager, and if you have
> interviewed with them before, that might help you guess as to
> types of subjects for the sample.
>
I agree with Rose, but I also think she wants to see your art and layout
sense.
Think "advertising" and "education" combined that is so beautifully designed
and pleasant to behold that the viewer can't wait to see the next screen.
Provide the text in bite-sized packages.
Perhaps the company takes seriously the job title with its two words,
"instructional" and "designer"
Give her DESIGN that's outstanding to go along with your writing.
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