Technical writers must remain objective and factual about the subject matter they are dealing with. Their sole function is to write dispassionately about facts and objects and to relate useful, relevant, reliable information that readers can understand. | Duties of the Technical Writer 81 basis for class discussions about its subject matter which is the purpose of audiovisual projects. In preparing a script think about how it will look to the viewer and what effect your material will have on the audience. Once the script is written consider what cinematography techniques you could employ to enhance the value and effectiveness of your work. This is an opportunity to give your creative imagination a workout. To create a great script consider the following suggestions. 1. Determine the nature of your audience. 2. Do extensive research on your subject before you write a single line. 3. Simplify your message. 4. Tell a creative visual story. 5. Write narration with eloquence and dialogue with character. 6. Work with the director and the production crew throughout the entire filmmaking process. A smart scriptwriter will take advantage of the expertise of all who are associated with the project. By soliciting their advice cooperation and suggestions you will make your job easier and ensure the success of your film. A successful DVD will make the members of your audience receptive to your message and leave them feeling that they have learned something valuable. Technical Films and DVDs The technical or scientific film can be an effective way of selling a company s services or products. Film and DVDs play an increasingly important role in the training of technical and nontechnical 82 Opportunities in Technical Writing Careers employees and present another area in which the trained technical communicator can find stimulating employment. Scriptwriters do most of the technical writing in the production of films and discs. This position can be interesting because it involves a multifaceted medium communication that is linked with visual aids. Technical films are used for a variety of reasons A film or DVD cuts across many audiences. It may be interesting to a large group of people and yet at the same time have a more specialized
