Helpful Links for Prospective Writers

If you are considering a career in technical writing, these links offer helpful information.

General information

• Docsymmetry.com – comprehensive, helpful, Canadian information about many aspects of becoming, being, and hiring a technical writer
• Wikipedia - Technical writing – information about technical communication as a career
• What we all want to know: what will it cost? - compilation of technical writing rates from various sources
• STC CWC Directory of Contractors and Independent Consultants - info about established Vancouver-area technical writers: their industry expertise, experience, and services they offer; with links to their websites

Professional development

• STC Canada West Coast Job Bank – the right column has links to many helpful career development resources; also describes how to join the chapter to view the job bank postings
• Education - overview of education institutions in the Lower Mainland and on Vancouver Island that provide training in technical writing and other writing programs

Job market

This page lists some useful internet job boards with searchable job listings: Employment Websites

Also see the STC CWC Job Postings (must be a member)

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