Published On May 22, 2024
In the past four years at Draft.dev, we've written over 3,800 technical blog posts and worked with more than 300 technical writers. We've reviewed thousands of applications and reached out to hundreds of potential writers to help us create content for our clients.
In this video, I'll share the exact process we use at Draft.dev to find the right technical writers. It takes preparation and time, but hopefully, the insights I share will help you find the perfect fit for your needs much faster.
I'll cover:
1️⃣ The biggest mistakes I've seen companies make when hiring technical writers
2️⃣ The proven strategies we use at Draft.dev to find and attract skilled technical writers
3️⃣ Tips on fair compensation and payment methods for freelance technical writers
4️⃣ The drawback of hiring an in-house technical writing team.
⌛️ Timestamps:
00:00 My Background
02:08 Hiring Mistakes
03:22 Finding Technical Writers
08:39 Paying Writers
11:26 Additional In-House Costs
12:35 Get in Touch!
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