Re: getting started in tech writing

[Kevin Cheek <cheek1 -at- sbcglobal -dot- net>]

Thinking of samples: 

When I was applying for my first technical writing job, I didn't have
much in the way of samples. Therefore, I took something I knew,
rebuilding Volvo fuel injection systems, and wrote a large-ish
procedure for it. I edited the heck out of it--pretending I was going
to submit it to a major automotive publisher, like Chilton's. I used
that for a sample, and it did help me get my first TW job.

A thought,

-Kevin Cheek
cheek1 -at- sbcglobal -dot- net


--- David Neeley <dbneeley -at- oddpost -dot- com> wrote:
> As for your questions, there is *always* more training you can get!
> At this point, from your description, your biggest need is for the
> moxie needed to pursue the gigs. Get your samples together of what
> you've done and apply! In many cases, while they ask for a
> bachelor's degree, they also will accept equivalent experience. 


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