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and/or decision making powers you possess. I have not seen a guide outlining
the requirements for junior, intermediate, and senior technical writers.
Does one exist?
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I don't know if one exists, but here's the criteria I use:
Junior: Requires direct input on what to do at predetermined points and when
it should be finished. Requires monitoring of the project on a regular basis
for quality and progress. Requires coaching to adhere to style and
specification requirements. Required to requests help on anything out of the
ordinary.
Intermediate: Requires occasional input on what do and when it should be
finished Requires monitoring at predetermined intervals for quality and
progress. Is presented at beginning of project with style guide and
specification requirements, then expected to follow with no further input.
Is able to address most issues out of the ordinary with brief guidance.
Senior: Expectation is that deadline is met unless senior level writer
initiates discussion. Requires almost no monitoring (maybe weekly management
status report) Has direct input on style and specifications. Handles issues
out of the ordinary based on past experience and training, then informs
management.
That's it off the top of my head.
John Posada
Senior Technical Writer
Barnes&Noble.com
jposada -at- book -dot- com
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Dayton: 732-438-3372
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