RE: Getting an Entry-Level Tech Writing Job

["Lauren" <lt34 -at- csus -dot- edu>]

Are you considering work in the field?  Writing samples are a good start.  I
took a break from work for school and when I went back to work, all of my
samples were a little old, so I used some scholastic writing samples to show
that I could still write.  17 years ago, I really didn't have much in the
way of writing samples, but I could find documents that I prepared for work
or school that would show that I could write.

Writing ability is the first key, but workability probably plays as big of a
factor in whether to hire someone.  Does the new writer understand the
environment, such as a government or technology environment?  Will the new
writer be comfortable in the environment, like a faced-paced or confusing
environment?  Is the interviewee personable, easy to talk to and understand,
compatible with the other employees?  These are all factors to consider.

Good luck and enjoy,

Lauren
 

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> Hi everyone, 
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> I was just wondering what some of the qualifications are or 
> what employers look for when hiring entry level tech writers. 
> 
> Thanks! 
> Emily
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