TechWhirl (TECHWR-L) is a resource for technical writing and technical communications professionals of all experience levels and in all industries to share their experiences and acquire information.
For two decades, technical communicators have turned to TechWhirl to ask and answer questions about the always-changing world of technical communications, such as tools, skills, career paths, methodologies, and emerging industries. The TechWhirl Archives and magazine, created for, by and about technical writers, offer a wealth of knowledge to everyone with an interest in any aspect of technical communications.
Subject:Re: Benchmark salary - junior tech writer From:Janet Ruiz <JanetRuiz -at- AOL -dot- COM> Date:Sat, 5 Dec 1998 12:43:24 EST
Elna,
Keep in mind that the cost of living for housing is one of the highest in the
country in the middle of Silicon Valley (I know, I lived there for three
years). A typical one/two bedroom apartment can run $1500/mo or higher -
usually higher! Also, the salary quoted for the junior writer position may be
for contract work only, which means it could only last a few weeks/months and
with no benefits.
