All numbers are derived from current averages and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) averages for a Technical Writer
The old saying goes: “cheap, quick, and quality, but you can only choose two.” Good thing that’s an old saying.
With TechDocs being a fully remote supplier of documentation for varying areas, we can provide all three. This is because we have years of experience in quick turnarounds on high visibility projects for leadership and customers.
The chart shows the projected cost for a one-month project, charging for 160 hours worked. As shown, TechDocs is still less than hiring an equally experienced freelancer by about $5,600.
Staffing firms often require a finder’s fee that ranges from 20-40% of one year’s salary of the employee as well as an average charge rate of $75 per hour. Additionally, the hiring company must add in the costs of interviewing, which are around $4,000 per candidate. The direct hire is the most expensive choice as there are many factors to consider (i.e., benefits package, interviewing costs, etc.), and the employee is onboard for the long haul.
If long-term services is your preference, TechDocs has packages that allow your company and TechDocs to be partnered on a monthly, semiyearly, and yearly basis. We also work with businesses of all sizes and can find a rate that works best for your business.