Technical Writer Jobs in New York

A Technical Writer in the publishing industry is responsible for creating technical documents and manuals, explaining complex information in a clear and concise manner. They collaborate with technical staff to make products and instructions easier to use, thus reducing the number of customer queries and complaints. Duties may include editing, proofreading, maintaining a library of company policies and technical documentation, ensuring that all documents meet the organization's standards for format, sequence, and timing. They also work closely with teams to understand project requirements, identify storyboards, and create appropriate content.

Important skills for a Technical Writer include excellent written communication skills, ability to explain complex concepts in a clear, concise manner, strong research skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in using technical writing tools. They should hold a bachelor's degree in English, Technical Writing, Computer Science, or a related field. Certifications like Certified Professional Technical Communicator (CPTC) can enhance their credibility. Prior roles that can lead to becoming a Technical Writer may include Content Writer, Copywriter, or an Editor.

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Technical Writer

  • Ballston Spa, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ballston Spa, NY
  • 30+ days ago

The Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a Technical Writer with broad-based computer skills to support Navy training programs....

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Associate Content Developer

  • New Rochelle, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Rochelle, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Position Purpose: Work collaboratively with a small team of editors to create high quality, literary student books for the school market. Responsible for editorial duties as well as providing...

Instructional Designer - Rochester, NY Production

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

at SOC LLC in Rochester, New York, United States Job Description Instructional Designer needed for a Contract to Hire opportunity with SOC's client to work onsite in Rochester, NY. Job...

COMPASS/Title V Instructional Designer

  • Dobbs Ferry, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Dobbs Ferry, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Posting Summary The Instructional Designer [ID] will work with faculty and other partners on the Connecting Mercy Pathways and Student Supports [COMPASS] project, which is funded through the...

Content Developer

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Content Developer Our client, a leading education innovation company, is hiring a Content Developer on a contract basis. Job ID: 82278 Work Location: New York, NY Summary: Content writers create...

Financial Services Sector Content Strategist

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Research, draft, and edit blog posts, client alerts, and white papers on financial services regulatory updates and industry trends for the Thought Leadership & Blog content....

Content Developer: Level 2

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Title: Content Developer: Level 2 Location 100% Remote Description: Content writers create high-quality content based on specific product requirements. They collaborate across disciplines and...

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BSA/AML Credit Card Procedure Writer

  • Albany, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 3 days ago

BSA/AML Credit Card Procedure Writer Remote - USA,USA About Us SolomonEdwardsGroup, LLC (SolomonEdwards) is a full-service professional services firm offering financial, operational, and...

Astronomy Content Strategist

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

The Astronomy Content Strategist is an integral member of the Education and Public Outreach team. Responsibilities for this position include creating Social Media Implementation plans, determining...

Instructional Designer, Academy

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

The Instructional Designer will join our Experience Team to create engaging educational content for our Academy. Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and video production specialists,...

Sales Enablement Instructional Designer

  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 days ago

Sales Enablement Instructional Designer About Axonius Axonius is the cybersecurity asset management platform that gives organizations a comprehensive asset inventory, uncovers security solution...

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Investment Marketing Content Strategist/ Copywriter

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Ensure brand consistency by maintain the firm's tone of voice and style guide across all written materials....

Content Strategist III

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

Creative Services Creative Services Content Strategist III What are we looking for in our Content Strategist III? Job Title: Content Strategist III - GenAI Location: East Coast - Remote Pay Rate:...

Lead Instructional Designer

  • Albany, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 8 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

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Content Strategist, Help Center Team

  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 8 days ago

The Help Center team is focused on empowering people to successfully use Meta products by providing effective and accessible help that resolves issues. We manage help center and scaled support...

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Technical Writer Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Technical Writer Jobs in New York

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePublishing research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Technical Writers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
55.4%
Master's Degree
28.4%
Doctorate Degree
6.6%
Associate's Degree
3.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
High School or GED
2.2%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Technical Writers in New York
1-2 years
38.7%
4-6 years
23.0%
6-8 years
12.5%
2-4 years
9.2%
8-10 years
9.1%
None
6.9%
Less than 1 year
0.7%


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