I have an undergraduate degree in journalism and a minor in English, and have nearly completed my law degree.
As an undergrad, I worked as a copy editor, feature writer and --
eventually -- the feature-section editor. I was also the assistant
editor on our literary magazine.
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When I graduated four years ago, I could not find employment with a
newspaper and took a job as a technical writer. Now, I am a manager at
the same technical training and documentation firm. I am currently
managing a computer-application development project for a company's
global security force. I am, additionally, the ad-hoc public relations
man for our company.
With my experience in business, the technology sector and the law, I
feel that I am ready to become a business or legal writer. Is this an
accurate assumption? If so, where should I focus my search? If not,
what can I do to improve my chances of obtaining employment in the
profession?
I truly appreciate any insight you can offer.
You may have the expertise to succeed in the areas you
mention, but you lack the journalistic experience to break in right
away. Four-year-old college clips will not generate calls for very many
interviews. You need to get some fresh clips.
Of the areas you mentioned, business, including technology, would offer
the best opportunity. I would get some freelance clips in those areas.
