A technical writer is someone who writes publications, manuals, and instructional content for technical subjects. This can include software, hardware, engineering, and scientific content. There are different synonyms for technical writer, which might include technical communicator, technical documenter, technical author, technical editor, and technical content developer. A technical writer might also be called a technical report writer, technical proposal writer, or technical content strategist. In some cases, a technical writer might work in a more specialized field, such as a medical or legal technical writer. Regardless of the specific title, a technical writer is someone who is skilled at effectively communicating complex technical information to a diverse audience.