Re: What do you guys think of STCs new definition for technicalwriter?

[Mike Starr <mikestarr-techwr-l -at- writestarr -dot- com>]

I'm sure one could wedge pornography into that definition. However, for the vast majority of folks reading that definition I rather doubt pornography would come to mind. It is, though, intriguing to consider the fringe benefits within that industry <grin>.

Mike
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Edwin Skau wrote:
> Well, this is a nice definition. You do realize that this could include
> pornography as well...
> 
> Edwin
> 
> 
> 
> On Wed, May 28, 2008 at 1:19 AM, Mike Starr <
> mikestarr-techwr-l -at- writestarr -dot- com> wrote:
> 
>> We had a bit of a discussion of this over the weekend. Sean did a rewrite
>> and then I tweaked it as follows:
>>
>> Technical communicators create a variety of print and online documents that
>> are clear, concise, comprehensive, accurate, correct, accessible, and
>> professional. Typical deliverables include manuals, online documentation,
>> proposals, policies and procedures, and websites. Technical communicators
>> work in all types of businesses and industries around the world and use a
>> variety of methods, tools, and technologies including writing, illustration,
>> graphic design, photography, video, and sound.
>>
>> Mike
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