Technical Writers Jobs Pay in Columbia, SC
Average Hourly Pay
$39.01
21.9%Above national average
Range: $37.15 – $40.87
Average Annual Pay
$81,136
21.9%Above national average
Range: $77,272 – $84,999
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
$33.16/hr
Range: $31.58 – $34.74
Annual Rate
$68,966
Range: $65,681 – $72,249
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.01/hr
Range: $37.15 – $40.87
Annual Rate
$81,136
Range: $77,272 – $84,999
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$44.86/hr
Range: $42.72 – $47.00
Annual Rate
$93,306
Range: $88,863 – $97,749
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
