Table of Contents Introduction Categories of Work Types of Work Working Semi-Independently Working within Large Corporations

Working within Large Corporations

Many corporations are leaning more and more towards outsourcing technical communications. They do this either by sub-contracting the work to a technical communication firm or professional, or by creating an in-house cost center that functions as a consulting service.

As a Sub-Contractor

As a sub-contractor you may be hired to provide either specific or a broad range of services to various departments within the corporation.

Things to Watch For

If you are working through a shop, make sure they are carrying the required insurance coverage (liability, workers comp., etc.).

As an Independent

An independent may be hired to provide either specific or a broad range of services to one or more departments within the corporation. Often, the independent will find themselves working in a more singular environment than a sub-contractor, though not always.

For more information on setting up your business and structuring the contracts, see additional chapters in this book.