: Re: Does a technical writer need a technical background? Does a technical writer need a technical background?

@Jamie945

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Short answer: no.

Nevertheless, it's a plus. It is good to have a deep knowledge of the field you write about, so your documents have more weight and insight.

I'd choose, given the same writing skill level, a person with technical background over one with no technical background, if what I'm looking for is technical documents.

Why not have the edge, if you can? Make sure you're a great writer, or get work with whatever subject you're going to write about, but do land the gigs.

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