Technical Writers Jobs Pay in Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$49.20
53.8%Above national average
Range: $46.86 – $51.55
Average Annual Pay
$102,342
53.8%Above national average
Range: $97,469 – $107,216
How much do Technical Writers make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$41.82/hr
Range: $39.83 – $43.82
Annual Rate
$86,991
Range: $82,849 – $91,134
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$49.20/hr
Range: $46.86 – $51.55
Annual Rate
$102,342
Range: $97,469 – $107,216
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$56.58/hr
Range: $53.89 – $59.28
Annual Rate
$117,693
Range: $112,089 – $123,298
Technical Writers job description
Technical Writers professionals create visual, written, or multimedia content for various purposes. They combine artistic talent with technical skills to produce compelling creative work.
Responsibilities
- •Develop creative concepts and designs
- •Collaborate with clients and teams
- •Use industry-standard software
- •Meet project deadlines
- •Present and revise work
- •Stay current with design trends
Skills
- •Creative design skills
- •Software proficiency
- •Communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Time management
- •Adaptability
Qualifications
- •Degree in design or related field
- •Portfolio of work
- •Proficiency in creative software
- •Industry experience preferred
