Why Translators and Technical Writers Have Surprisingly Much in Common Translators and technical writers make technical information accessible. But there are even more parallels between the two professions, as I discovered on my journey from technical translator to technical writer. Eight months of studying theory, followed by three months as an intern to gain my “first” professional experience—is it worth it [...]
Herr Granacher, die tecteam GmbH feiert Ende dieses Jahres ihr 35-jähriges Firmenjubiläum. tecteam gehört sozusagen zu den Pionier*innen in der Technischen Dokumentation. Wie beurteilen Sie die Entwicklung der letzten 35 Jahre? Mit 35 Jahren beginnt für den Menschen ja bekanntlich die Lebensmitte, für unser Unternehmen trifft das durchaus auch zu. Es ist viel passiert [...]
Around two thirds of all employees in technical documentation are career changers. More or less voluntarily. But what's it like when you want to get out of this industry? Somehow I can't shake off the feeling that you can't get out of this field. TD is a dead end, so to speak. Is this self-image correct? [...]
