HIRING THE TECHNICAL EDITOR. THE PROSPECTIVE EMPLOYER'S VIEWPOINT,

Abstract

The technical editor should be expert in the theory and use of the English language, reasonably familiar with numerous scientific disciplines and technological processes, knowledgeable in graphic arts, and capable of dealing successfully with scientists, engineers, and management. To find such a person, a prospective employer should seek a college graduate in English or journalism with broad training in the sciences and experience in editing written material similar to that expected on the job. On the basis of information gathered through resumes, correspondence, and interviews, the prospective employer should appraise each candidate's aptitude for technical editing, the potential effects of his personal appearance, attitudes, and emotional stability on others, and his work habits and quality of judgment. After comparing all the findings, the employer can choose the most likely candidate from those available. (Author)

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1965
Accession Number
AD0624449

Entities

People

  • W. J. Kirkpatrick

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Cooperation
  • Employment
  • Engineers
  • English Language
  • Graphic Arts
  • Journalism
  • Judgment
  • Language
  • Manpower Utilization
  • Materials
  • Personnel Management
  • Scientists
  • Training

Readers

  • Library and Information Science
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.
  • STEM Education