Freelance Technical Writing Jobs

Freelance technical writers present scientific and technical data in an understandable form that can be comprehended by readers who are not scientist or engineers. Having a specialization or education in the field in which you write is usually what qualifies you to be hired.

What you need to know about this business

• The startup cost range is between $3000 to $15000 dollars
• Technical writers charge from $35 to $85 an hour depending on the complexity of the project. Most projects average $45 to $50 dollars an hour.
• Income potential for technical writing is $35000 to $55000 per year
• You will work in your home except when consulting with clients

How to market this business

• Contact those in your specialized industry with letters and then phone calls for presentations
• Ask for referrals from satisfied clients
• Have a portfolio that includes samples of your journals or publications

Target Market

• Corporations
• Engineering Firms
• Computer Technology Companies
• Educational Institutions

Home Business Equipment Required

• Computer and Word-processing software
• Laser Printer
• High Speed Internet Connection
• Business Phone and Answering Machine or Service
• Promotional Material
• Home office suitable for meeting with clients
• A few suits for business appointments

Take as many types of assignments as possible when you start out to determine what assignments are most profitable.

Build up your clients list gradually until you are ready to run your business full-time