So what exactly is a tech writer?
A tech writer writes instructions. With a plethora of software products, web applications, mobile apps, websites, etc. launching everyday, someone needs to explain how they all work in layman's terms. That's where tech writers come in.
The type of work you do varies based on the subject matter, product, and who your audience is.
For example, you could be writing on-screen text for a popular mobile app, specifications for the latest laptop, help center content for an advertising platform, etc. The list goes on and on...
Of course, there's more to being a tech writer than writing help center articles, specifications, training materials, etc. You also develop the best content strategy for your audience, when they need it, so that it is useful and drives action.
What you do as a tech writer plays a critical part in someone's experience when they read your text on their favorite app, website, or software product. Cool, right?
to kickstart your career as a tech writer, you need to learn THE FUNDAMENTALS OF CREATING instructional CONTENT
Yes, you can use your writing skills to create blog posts, emails, social media status updates, etc. Maybe you even do some freelancing stuff here and there.
However, if you want to kick things up a notch then keep on reading.
There's a huge demand for writers like you who are passionate about learning the behind-the-scenes of how apps and software programs work.
Most importantly, if you have a knack for making complex subjects easy to understand and helping others learn then you'll be excited about the exciting writing opportunities available today.
there are tons of lucrative writing opportunities in today's jobs market!
I currently work on contract as a content strategist. Not too long ago, I interviewed with Facebook for a similar position. The day that I'm writing this, a recruiter called me about a really cool writing position with Samsung. In addition to the calls, this is what my inbox looks like on a regular basis.
say buh-bye to being a "struggling writer"
My inbox is just a very small sampling of writing opportunities available today. Companies are trying to get the attention of talented writers like you to consider working for them. And what they're offering is cool projects to work on, opportunities to contribute and grow your skills, and of course, a consistent paycheck that allows you to support yourself financially.
You don't have to compete with freelance writers for pennies on the dollar
You don't have to pitch your best ideas only to never hear back from online blog/magazine editors
You don't have to send invoice reminders because your client didn't process payroll on time
You don't have to worry about a project lasting only 1 month or even less
Student’s result in less than 2 months
Whether you’re interested in becoming a technical writer, user experience (UX) writer, content strategist, website copywriter, content developer, or related role, this course is specifically designed to give you the fundamentals to take advantage of these great opportunities, earn more money, and jumpstart your career as a writer.
tech writers are some of the best paid writers out there
Demand is high
There are over 50,000 roles available in tech writing with a projected growth of 10% over the next 10 years. Now is the time to get in!
Consistency
You get to work on projects for a minimum of 3-6 months. Grow your skills, develop a portfolio of work, and get paid consistently.
Pays well
Starting salary for tech writers is around $70,000. That's with less than 5 years of experience even for contract roles.
It's cool!
As a tech writer, you get to play a key role in crafting the experience for users and customers of apps, websites, etc.
WORRIED THAT YOU DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT SKILLS?
Creating technical content, especially content that is easy to understand and interesting, is not always easy. Don't worry though, these are skills that you can learn. This is not just a "watch and think about it" type of training.
Showing that you can create technical content is a MUST in the Tech industry.
In module 1, I share a 5-step process that I've used for the past 5 years and what industry trainers and instructors use to create content for top Tech corporations and startups.
You will actually select a "real-life" product (app or website) to write about
Together, we’ll determine who your target audience is and how you can help them
You will write instructions!
We'll walk through a typical review process
You will publish this content to your portfolio!
You’ll walk away with a portfolio that makes recruiters,clients, and hiring managers drool over what you can bring to the table. This is only module 1 though, there more...
YOU ARE SMART ENOUGH!
Before you scroll on, I want you to know that you don't need to be a genius to be a tech writer. You don't even need to have a Journalism, Communications, or English degree!
Listen, I don't have either of those degrees and have been enjoying my tech writing career for the past 6 years.
Your focus is on making complex products (web/mobile apps, websites, hardware, etc.) easy to use and understand.
This is where focusing on your audience needs come in.
This is where creating content to help others kick in.
This is where you tap into the resources that are available to you in this course come in.
concerned about not fitting in with the "tech geeks?"
As a tech writer, you're rarely on your own writing in the corner of a coffee shop somewhere. Don't fret though, it's actually a good thing that you get to work with very smart and influential people. In module 5, you'll learn:
- Common terms and methodologies used in the Tech industry
- Who you are likely to collaborate with on a regular basis
- Tips on how to communicate effectively with your engineers, designers, product managers, etc.
As your course instructor, I give you PRACTICAL insights on how to navigate the tech scene as a writer. Keep in mind, that I have over 10 years of experience working in Tech and also worked in Silicon Valley for 1 year.
>>You're wanted! Look at just a small sample of companies hiring today!<<
but will you help me find well-paying tech writing jobs?
I don’t know about you, but I hate applying for jobs. Don't you feel defeated after filling out just 1 job application? Why that process is so soul-sucking is beyond me, but if you're like me, you probably didn't feel any relief after clicking the “Submit application” button. Well, guess what?
You don’t have to fill out long, boring job applications anymore!
In modules 2 - 4, I unlock my strategy to landing and nailing interviews for tech-writing related jobs. In this course, you'll get access to:
Secrets to using career websites so that recruiters find you
Email script and template I’ve sent to recruiters with a 90% response rate!
Exact strategies I use that make my resume stand out from the rest
My signature job search process gives you everything you need to get recruiters, hiring managers, and clients excited to get you hired!
Demand for tech writers is high! Wouldn't it be great to have opportunities come to you so you no longer have to fill out those long, boring job applications?!
Module 1: Create Your Portfolio
Lesson 1: Learn the 5-step strategy to creating any piece of technical content
Lesson 2: How to create instructional content exercise
Lesson 3: Exercise on how to write text for web applications
Lesson 4: Step-by-step walkthrough of creating your "professional bait" think piece
Module 2: Update Your Resume
Lesson 1: Eliminate the common mistakes and irrelevant content from your resume
Lesson 2: How to leverage job descriptions for your resume
Lesson 3: Exactly what you should add to your resume to stand out
Module 3: Update Your Job-Search Profiles
Lesson 1: Why you shouldn't just search for jobs on popular job board sites and what to do with them instead
Lesson 2: Step-by-step walkthrough of what to include in your job-search profiles
Lesson 3: Which job-search sites to use to maximize your chances of getting callbacks from recruiters
Module 4: Attract Recruiters Like a Magnet
Lesson 1: Exact email script I use to connect with the best recruiters
Lesson 2: Secrets to getting recruiters to bring you job opportunities vs. you blindly searching for needle-in-a-haystack jobs.
Module 5: Become a badazz writer with on-the-job confidence
Lesson 1: The #1 thing to prepare for besides the job interview
Lesson 2: The 3 documents to ask for and get familiar with to show your team that you're a pro
Lesson 3: Tips to working confidently with your team as a tech writer
I'll be honest, this course is worth waaaaay more than $497. To get into Tech, many online training programs start their courses at the $1,997 mark. Colleges, conferences, and professional organizations charge at least $4,000.
When you enroll in this course, you are getting more than just writing exercises. You are gaining skills on how to actually prepare for these jobs as well. I really want to see more talented writers like YOU get into the Tech industry. Besides, I still get a lot of recruiters reaching out and asking me if I'm available; I can't do it all! I would love to personally refer them to YOU.
“This course is intensely good with step-by-step lessons that you can pace yourself with to effectively learn how to build a reputable portfolio. If you know you’re not detailed-oriented or self-disciplined enough to put in the work, just keep watching these videos.”
This course is for you if...
You want to be one of the few writers that make an average of $70,000 or more doing what you love
You enjoy being able to make products (websites, applications, software programs, etc.) easier to understand and use
You're looking for a career change and want to use more of your writing skills
You want to gain a comprehensive understanding of tech writing
You want to build a professional tech writing portfolio from scratch
You want recruiters to contact YOU with writing opportunities
You don't want to wait any longer especially when the demand for tech writers is so HOT right now!
Frequently Asked Questions
+ How do I access the course?
To access the "Get Paid to Write in Tech" course, you will log into Teachable where you can follow along the video lessons and access the worksheets. The course is 100% online and you can go at your own pace.
+ What kind of software do I need for this course?
You only need access to a computer and the internet. You should also be able to stream videos and download materials like PDFs and images.
+ What will I learn?
By the end of this course, you will learn:
- The fundamental skills you need to write any piece of technical content.
- How to build your tech writing portfolio from scratch.
- How to develop an effective job search strategy.
- How to update your resume, LinkedIn, and other job search profiles.
- How to increase your chances of getting callbacks and interviews from recruiters.
- Good-to-knows before getting an interview or landing the job.
- Tips to working with your team as a tech writer.
+ What's included in the course?
When you purchase the course, you'll get access to the following trainings and resources:
- 5 modules that walk you step-by-step through building a portfolio, updating your resume, attracting recruiters, and preparing you for your first tech writing job!
- 10 video lessons and quizzes for you to watch, follow along, and reinforce what you learn.
- Comprehensive worksheets including Answer Keys and sample portfolios to help put what you learn into practice.
- Resource sheets to help you produce quality work that you can reference anytime througout the journey of your tech writing career.
- Email script that you can customize and over and over again to connect with recruiters.
Please note that there is no live trainings or Facebook group included in the course. It is a self-paced course.
+ Is there live video trainings?
The videos in the course are pre-recorded. There are no live Q&As or video trainings. It is a self-paced course.
+ What if I have a question about something while taking the course?
You can post your questions on each lesson and you'll get a response there so that everyone can learn. Students are very engaged and share feedback regularly. So far, we have over 1,000 comments.
If you would like me to personally review your resume, portfolio, or LinkedIn profile, sign up for a 1:1 session here: https://www.keepingupwithkimmoy.com/done-for-you
+ What kind of experience do I need to complete the course?
No prior experience is required and chances are you've had to write something for a project or previous job. Contrary to popular belief, no technical or coding language knowledge required either.
In this course, you will get to practice your writing skills and build your portfolio. The course is designed to help you learn job-ready skills for in-demand roles such as technical writer, content strategist, UX writer, etc. If you've had prior writing experience then that is a plus!
+ Will this course teach me how to write?
This course walks you through the process of creating technical content and how you can use your writing skills to land a tech writing job opportunity. It does not cover grammar details such as when to use "affect" vs "effect," what a prounoun is, or other in-depth grammar lessons.
+ How much time do I need to complete the course?
I recommend roughly 2-4 hours a week depending on the module. My recommendation is to take 1 month to go through the tech writing and portfolio creation sections of the course. Review and practice, practice, practice! Then, take another month to go through the job-readiness section of the course. It takes time and creativity to transfer your currnet skills over to a tech writing role. You'll also need time to fine tune your job-search strategy so you can apply for new roles with confidence.
However, you can go at your own pace with this course as you have access to the materials whenever you need it.
You can take as much as a week to complete each module if you like. Don't worry, you're never behind. What we cover in the class can help you before getting a tech writing job and even with your current role. These are very valuable skills to have!
+ How long will it take me to get a job after I complete the course?
There is no guarantee that you will get a job after taking this course. Some students who have taken the course have landed jobs within 4 months and up to 1 year after taking the course. It all depends on your level of effort and the quality of work you produce. Take a look at the testimonials sprinkled throughout the page above and on the course page here to get a more realistic insight.
+ Do I need to have a technical background to land a tech writing job?
No, you do not. Most tech writers do not have a technical background. It's a commmon misconception, but you do not need specialize knowledge in a software or app to become a tech writer. I encourage you to learn as much as you can about how to analyze users, practice tech writing, and create a writing portfolio which is exactly what you'll do in this course.
+ Will I get a job once I take the course?
I can't guarantee that you will get a job, but everything I share in this program is exactly what I and other students have successfully used over the past 5 years to land really cool tech writing opportunities including roles with Google, Microsoft, Best Buy, Salesforce, etc.
I can almost guarantee that if you follow the steps in this course, you will learn something new and at the very least, hear from a recruiter.
Whether you get a job or not, don't underestimate the power of knowing how to strategically search and apply for high-paying roles in this job market, how to create a portfolio that showcases your skills, and how to leverage your tech writing skills in almost any role!
+ Can I really learn enough in this course to get a job ?
The best thing you can do is implement what you learn in this course and go for it. These skills and strategies are designed to help you learn the fundamentals of creating technical content and jumpstart a successful tech writing career even if you don't have prior experience.
The goal is to get you to build a solid real-world portfolio and use specific strategies to increase your chances of getting an entry-level role in technical writing, content strategy, instructional design, UX writing, or related opportunity.
Dare I say that the information you learn in this course can also be applied to other areas in your professional career as well.
+ I've been looking at other online programs and college courses that costs thousands of dollars, why is this course so affordable?
Ha! You know what, tech writing is not a well-known career path so I want to make the entry point as accessible and affordable as possible.
I've put together a formula that has worked well for myself and other students over the years. I want you to experience similar resuls so I created this course to help others succeed. And quite frankly, I can't take advantage of all of the job opportunities that come across my inbox; someone else like you should be joining me!
You can't go wrong when you invest in yourself and your career so register today and thank me later!
+ Do I get a certificate once I've completed the course?
Yes, once you complete the course, you get a Certificate of Completion for an Introduction to Technical Writing.
+ What if I need additional 1:1 support?
If you would like me to personally review your resume, portfolio, or LinkedIn profile, sign up for a 1:1 session here: https://www.keepingupwithkimmoy.com/done-for-you