Technical Writers Jobs Pay in Rochester, NY
Average Hourly Pay
$39.91
24.7%Above national average
Range: $38.01 – $41.81
Average Annual Pay
$83,014
24.7%Above national average
Range: $79,061 – $86,967
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
$33.92/hr
Range: $32.31 – $35.54
Annual Rate
$70,562
Range: $67,202 – $73,922
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$39.91/hr
Range: $38.01 – $41.81
Annual Rate
$83,014
Range: $79,061 – $86,967
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$45.90/hr
Range: $43.71 – $48.08
Annual Rate
$95,466
Range: $90,920 – $100,012
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
