A writer may be involved in writing non-fiction or fiction, or even poetry, prose, scripts, productions or documentaries. In addition, writers might also create content for websites or pen articles for magazines and newspapers. Technical writers are usually involved in creating instruction manuals or important documents for use in a business.
Not all writers are able to secure full-time employment, with many being self-employed or working on a freelance basis while supporting themselves through teaching, editing, lecturing, or a job outside of the writing industry. To be successful within a role in writing, technical skills and originality are essential, as is working to tight deadlines and undertaking research to ensure that plots, themes and other details are authentic and accurate.
Median salaries in Canada for writers vary, with no particular city presenting the best paid opportunities. A technical writer can expect to earn between C
$40,000 and C
$60,000 per annum.