The Best Technical Writers to Hire in 2025

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Legolas
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Anonymous
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Technical Documentation Specialist
AMER
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
Approval Rating
Proficient in writing clear and concise documentation for technical products. Strong ability to work closely with engineering teams.
Technical Writing
Frodo
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Senior Technical Writer
AMER
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
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Experienced in documenting complex software systems. Skilled in creating user manuals and training materials for diverse audiences.
Content Development
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Frodo
Senior Technical Writer
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$85,000
Salary
$41/hr
Hourly Rate
92%
Approval Rating
Experienced in documenting complex software systems. Skilled in creating user manuals and training materials for diverse audiences.
Featured Skills
Content Development
Gandalf
Lead Technical Writer
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Anonymous
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Public
EMEA
Location
$110,000
Salary
$53/hr
Hourly Rate
97%
Approval Rating
Expert in technical communication and knowledge management. Proven track record in mentoring junior writers and leading documentation projects.
Featured Skills
Research Skills
Legolas
Technical Documentation Specialist
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$90,000
Salary
$43/hr
Hourly Rate
95%
Approval Rating
Proficient in writing clear and concise documentation for technical products. Strong ability to work closely with engineering teams.
Featured Skills
Technical Writing
Gimli
Technical Editor
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EMEA
Location
$70,000
Salary
$34/hr
Hourly Rate
86%
Approval Rating
Adept at reviewing technical documents for accuracy and clarity. Brings a strong background in both writing and editing.
Featured Skills
Documentation Standards
Aragorn
Content Strategist
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Anonymous
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APAC
Location
$80,000
Salary
$38/hr
Hourly Rate
89%
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Experienced in creating and managing technical content. Highly skilled in aligning content strategy with user needs and business goals.
Featured Skills
Instructional Design
Sauron
Technical Communications Consultant
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Anonymous
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EMEA
Location
$120,000
Salary
$58/hr
Hourly Rate
94%
Approval Rating
Brings extensive consulting experience in technical communications. Known for innovative documentation strategies that enhance user engagement.
Featured Skills
Accessibility Compliance
Boromir
Documentation Project Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
AMER
Location
$95,000
Salary
$46/hr
Hourly Rate
91%
Approval Rating
Skilled in overseeing documentation projects from inception to completion. Combines strong leadership with technical writing expertise.
Featured Skills
Content Management Systems
Sam
Junior Technical Writer
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$55,000
Salary
$26/hr
Hourly Rate
88%
Approval Rating
Dedicated to producing high-quality technical documentation. Eager to learn and grow within the technical writing field.
Featured Skills
Version Control
Gandalf
Technical Content Manager
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Anonymous
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Public
APAC
Location
$100,000
Salary
$48/hr
Hourly Rate
96%
Approval Rating
Experienced in managing teams and overseeing the creation of technical content. Strong focus on quality and comprehension for end-users.
Featured Skills
User Feedback Analysis
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Common jobs to be done for technical writers

<h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Content Development</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Conducting research on topic-related content and audience needs.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating detailed outlines for instructional documents or manuals.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Writing and editing user manuals for software applications.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Developing FAQs based on user feedback and common issues.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Documentation Standards</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Establishing style guides for technical documentation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Ensuring adherence to industry standards like DITA and API documentation.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Reviewing and updating existing documentation for accuracy.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Implementing version control for documentation changes.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Collaboration and Communication</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Working with subject matter experts to gather technical information.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Facilitating meetings to discuss documentation requirements.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Gathering feedback from users to improve documentation clarity.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Coordinating with design teams for visuals and infographics.</div></div><h3 class="uui-heading-subheading">Publishing and Delivery</h3><div class="jtbd-card"><div class="jtbd-card-single">Converting documents into various formats (PDF, HTML, etc.).</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Uploading documentation to web-based content management systems.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Ensuring accessibility compliance in all published materials.</div><div class="jtbd-card-single">Creating interactive online help systems with tutorials.</div></div>

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