The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Customer Support Agent
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Deep product knowledge, understanding common customer pain points, experience in documenting solutions informally, strong written communication.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently providing clear, written solutions to customers.
- Proactively suggesting improvements to existing knowledge articles.
- Demonstrating a knack for simplifying complex technical issues for non-technical users.
- 2
Junior Technical Writer / Content Creator
0-1 yearSkills to master
- Structured writing, adherence to style guides, basic understanding of content tools, ability to work with SMEs.
You're ready to move on when
- A portfolio of clear, well-structured written content.
- Experience working with content management systems.
- Positive feedback on your ability to follow content guidelines and meet deadlines.
- 3
Recent University Graduate (Relevant Degree)
0 years (direct entry)Skills to master
- Academic writing, research skills, critical thinking, fast learning of new tools and processes.
You're ready to move on when
- Strong academic record in a writing-intensive discipline.
- Demonstrable passion for clear communication and problem-solving.
- A willingness to dive into the specifics of a new industry and product set.


