There are approximately 270-330 technical writers currently employed in Sacramento and Yolo Counties. This turnover rate does not include temporary employment. About 15-20 job openings are projected per year due to a net increase in occupation size. Some are willing to accept an associate degree. Almost all employers require 1-5 years of prior experience.
Some employers are willing to accept training as a substitute for experience.
Some jobs are temporary or on-call, averaging 40 hours per week. Most also fill openings by hiring referrals from employees. A few fill openings through in-house promotion or transfer. Most also report that desktop publishing skills are important. Many report that spreadsheet and database skills are important.