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Writers' places around the web
If you're thinking of becoming a writer, you might want to see
where they hang out on the web! Here is a small list of places that
we think would interest would-be writers and web authors. Check
them out to see if the kinds of things they talk about and are interested
in align with your own thinking:
Society
of Technical Communicators
The Society of Technical Communicators (STC)
is the main organization for technical writers! Tons of links to
jobs, and all sorts of information that tech writers need!
ACM
SIGDOC
The ACM (Association of Computer Machinery)
was the original computer-related organization. This is the special
interest group (SIG) for tech writers and is highly recommended.
TechWriters.com
Technical writer's resource for learning
and placement. Includes an online community and other helpful resources
for technical writers.
The
Official Techwr-l
This writer's site has one of the most active
online communities on the web! It also has lots of articles on contract
writing, promoting yourself and landing jobs.
The
Technical Editors' Eyrie
This website is a place for technical editors
(people editing technical information).
Internet
resources for technical communicators
Another interest site for technical communicators.
Take a look at some of the articles on XML.
Writers' job opportunities
Here is a list of resources that provide
full time employment and contract job opportunities for writers:
JustTechWriterJobs.com
Find that technical writing job of your dreams. Search by location,
company, keyword...
National
Writers Union Job Hotline
The NWU Job Hotline is a nation-wide, non-profit
alternative to job shops, temp agencies, and brokers. The Hotline
is a way for employers to locate the writers they need, and writers
to find jobs.
Writer's
Assistance
Writing Assistance, Inc. is a job placement firm that has been placing
outstanding technical writers and marketing communications professionals
with companies in a variety of industries nationwide since 1991...
The
Write Jobs
Technical writing job listings...
Technicalwriterjobs.com
Offers a search for technical writing jobs.
You also have the opportunity to sign up for their 'Job Search Agent'
and have jobs that match your search requirements emailed to you!
Computerjobs.com
Provides a listing of up to date technical writing jobs. Narrow
the search by keyword, region, or skill set. Post your resume for
maximum exposure!
Freelance Technical Writing Projects
Search job listings for freelance technical writing projects and
submit bids on eLance's professional services marketplace.
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