Careers With a Technical Communication Degree

It is no surprise that Technical Communication offers a broad range of careers that you can choose from in different industries. With the many skill sets of a technical communicator, there are many jobs to choose from! Here are a few careers that you can choose from. This is only a small list but the possibilities are endless! Note that these salaries can range based on work experience and education in the Atlanta Metro Area. Many of the skills that technical communicators have can also be applied to more than one role (e.g., Writing, Graphic design, Communication, Empathy, etc.).

Content Design

The purpose of a content designer is to communicate information in the best way possible. Just like some of the other roles, they work alongside engineers, graphic designers, researchers, and more. They write clear content for the audience, research trends, and review content for marketing or online advertising. Some skills include: Front-end development, Graphic design, and Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

Salary: $69,027/yr

Technical Writer

Technical writers are communicators that transfer information between departments with research and deliver various media. They can prepare instructional material in different media (e.g., tutorials, manuals, how-to guides, videos, etc.) and collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). They are usually given the task to learn and research specific products to write detailed-oriented content for their intended audience.

Salary: $76,998/yr

UX Researcher

UX Researchers produce data and insights of users of a product to enhance the design for products. They define goals for a specific problem, choose research methods, and communicate with users. They are also the ones analyzing the results and report it to the manager and other stakeholders.

Salary: $100,326/yr

Technical Editor

Technical editors proofread and revise to technical content created by technical writers. Not only do they collaborate with technical writers, they also assist in web design and often follow grammatical guidelines. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy editing writing, then you may enjoy this one!

Salary: $62,401/yr

Instructional Designer

Instructional designers are similar to technical writers. However, the main difference is that they primarily focus on creating instructional material. They determine through learning and design principles that will most effectively help the intended learner achieve the learning objectives.

Salary: $78,141/yr

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Project Management

Project managers essentially manage projects. They organize the essential documentation of a project like the budget, schedules, and goals. Depending on the industry, they often lead a team of designers, writers, or construction workers. This role works well if you have prior experience working in cross-functional teams or have key interpersonal and leadership skills.

Salary: $85,197/yr

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Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)

English teachers educate students on literature, writing, and grammar. Although you would need to get a TEFL certificate, they help students asses their English pronunciation abroad in countries outside the United States.

Salary: $49,127/yr

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Business Analyst

Business analysts document and process business documents. This could include things like products, software, and services. They assess how companies are forming and through analysis of data, improve their processes.

Salary: $82,204/yr

But that's not all! There are also other possible career choices to choose from in different industries.

Business
Business & Technical Application Analyst
Data Consultant
Information Specialist
Information Architect
Quality Validation Program Manager
Technical communication Specialist

Community
Community Engagement Specialist
Patient & Family Engagement
Program Communicator & Coordinator

Design
Graphic Designer
Infographics / Data Visualization Specialist

Digital
Digital Product Manager
Manager of Digital Experience
Multimedia Support Specialist
User Experience Designer
Web Developer

Education
Digital Scholarship Developer
Instructional Designer
Technical Communication Lecturer

Government
Electronic Warfare Technical Expert

Writing
Development Communications
Documentation Specialist
Editor
Life Science Technical Writing Scientist
Medical Technical Writer

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References

Note that this is the median salaries reported on Glassdoor.com for the Atlanta Metro Area. Salaries can range based on experience and education.

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