Automation index
How much of a Technical writer’s job can AI already do?
A doc skeleton comes earlier. A human installing the product without ringing do not.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Technical writer
28%
AI can already do 28% of this job.
#115 / 623
View rankingTechnical writer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Structure, API docs and the tutorial.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 52% | +9.4 |
Screenshots, versions and not leaving the old shot.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 40% | +6.4 |
The engineer who will not write, and extracting the how.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Legal review, i18n and the changelog.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Support, the tickets and what the doc misses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
That it can be installed, and not documenting thin air.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- document APIs
- product tutorials
- screenshots
- changelogs
- extract knowledge
- docs i18n
- version review
- support tickets
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-3042.00· ESCO/ISCO 2641
IS WORK OVER?
Graphic designer
28%
#95 / 623
View rankingGraphic designer
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 28% | +3.4 |
Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts, based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Use computer software to generate new images.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 10% | 28% | +2.8 |
Key information into computer equipment to create layouts for client or supervisor.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 22% | +1.8 |
Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Review final layouts and suggest improvements, as needed.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Web sites.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 33% | 28% | +9.2 |
| Total | 100% | 28% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- design interfaces
- prototypes
- figma
- graphic design
- desktop publishing
- copyright legislation
- respect publication formats
- use creative suite software
- follow a brief
- identify customer's needs
Sources for this job· O*NET 27-1024.00· ESCO/ISCO 2166