Writer Jobs in Washington
Writer jobs in Washington are concentrated in technology, aerospace, healthcare, and government sectors, with demand running from entry-level content roles to senior technical and policy writers. Seattle is the dominant hiring metro, with strong activity in Bellevue and Tacoma as well. Employers including Amazon, Microsoft, and Boeing maintain deep and ongoing needs for writers across technical documentation, marketing, and internal communications. The most in-demand specialties are technical writing, UX writing, and content strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Specifications Writer with Gensler's Northwest region is responsible for assisting project teams in preparing Preliminary Project Descriptions, Outline Specifications, and Construction Project Manuals. The role includes supporting project teams in their responsibility of researching materials, selecting products, editing specifications, and administering construction contracts. The supporting role includes training, mentoring, and collaborating with project teams to edit some specifications. Construction specifiers at Gensler are integrated project team members rather than departmentalized in-house consultants.
What You Will Do
Provide specification editing support for a variety of Offices, Studios and Practice Areas
Communicate firm best practices, policies, and procedures to project teams, with a focus on material research capabilities and sustainability
Educate and mentor staff on master specification documents, construction document technology, and editing methodology
Liaise with Manufacturers Representatives as needed for research and project support
Assist Regional Specification Leaders in developing and maintaining master specification documents
Assist Regional Specification Leaders in preparing and presenting educational materials related to specifications and other technical topics
Assist Regional Specification Leaders with compliance training and monitoring activities
Your Qualifications
Bachelor of Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited school preferred
Registered architect or interior designer preferred
10+ years of experience in a similar role
Hold a Construction Document Technologist (CDT) certificate, or preferably be a Certified Construction Specifier (CCS)
Working knowledge of base building and interior fit out construction documentation
Experience in building construction and interior fit out specifications writing required
Ability to edit and produce specifications from un-edited masters is preferred
Ability to write customized specification sections is a plus
Use of AIA MasterSpec through E-Specs to create and edit specifications sections is a plus
Ability to conduct product and system research required
Good command of both written/oral English
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to organize and administer work for multiple projects with competing priorities
Excellent Team player and ability to work with multiple team members across multiple projects
This is not a hybrid or remote position. If you are open to relocating to Seattle, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome.
*The base salary will be estimated between $109,000 - $121,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
General Information
Locations
Description
Your Role
The Specifications Writer with Gensler's Northwest region is responsible for assisting project teams in preparing Preliminary Project Descriptions, Outline Specifications, and Construction Project Manuals. The role includes supporting project teams in their responsibility of researching materials, selecting products, editing specifications, and administering construction contracts. The supporting role includes training, mentoring, and collaborating with project teams to edit some specifications. Construction specifiers at Gensler are integrated project team members rather than departmentalized in-house consultants.
What You Will Do
Provide specification editing support for a variety of Offices, Studios and Practice Areas
Communicate firm best practices, policies, and procedures to project teams, with a focus on material research capabilities and sustainability
Educate and mentor staff on master specification documents, construction document technology, and editing methodology
Liaise with Manufacturers Representatives as needed for research and project support
Assist Regional Specification Leaders in developing and maintaining master specification documents
Assist Regional Specification Leaders in preparing and presenting educational materials related to specifications and other technical topics
Assist Regional Specification Leaders with compliance training and monitoring activities
Your Qualifications
Bachelor of Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited school preferred
Registered architect or interior designer preferred
10+ years of experience in a similar role
Hold a Construction Document Technologist (CDT) certificate, or preferably be a Certified Construction Specifier (CCS)
Working knowledge of base building and interior fit out construction documentation
Experience in building construction and interior fit out specifications writing required
Ability to edit and produce specifications from un-edited masters is preferred
Ability to write customized specification sections is a plus
Use of AIA MasterSpec through E-Specs to create and edit specifications sections is a plus
Ability to conduct product and system research required
Good command of both written/oral English
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to organize and administer work for multiple projects with competing priorities
Excellent Team player and ability to work with multiple team members across multiple projects
This is not a hybrid or remote position. If you are open to relocating to Seattle, please apply! Non-local candidates are welcome.
*The base salary will be estimated between $109,000 - $121,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
Life at Gensler
At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to “Well-being Awareness Week,” our offices reflect our people’s diverse interests.
We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.
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- Consulting & Professional Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in writer jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a related field
- Portfolio demonstrating published or professional writing samples across relevant formats
- Experience writing for technology, aerospace, healthcare, or government audiences
- Proficiency with content management systems and collaborative editing tools such as Confluence or SharePoint
- Ability to translate complex technical or policy information into clear, accessible language
- Strong command of AP, Chicago, or Microsoft style guides depending on the employer
Writer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a writer in Washington?
Washington does not require a state-issued license to work as a writer. Most employers hire candidates with a bachelor's degree in English, journalism, communications, or a closely related field, combined with a portfolio of relevant writing samples. Technical writing roles at Washington's major technology and aerospace employers often expect familiarity with documentation tools and subject matter in those industries. Building a focused portfolio and targeting industries where Washington hiring is heaviest gives candidates the clearest path in.
Which companies hire writers in Washington?
Washington writer roles are posted by Mondelēz International, Walmart, and DOWL and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of technology, aerospace, and healthcare headquarters means large, established employers here hire writers at higher volumes and across more specialties than most other states.
Which Washington cities have the most writer jobs?
Seattle, Bothell, and Keyport have the most writer openings in Washington. Seattle leads because it is home to the headquarters and major campuses of the state's largest technology and aerospace employers, while Bellevue and Tacoma draw openings through healthcare systems, regional government agencies, and satellite offices of firms headquartered across the greater Puget Sound area.
Are there remote writer jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most fields. Writing is inherently desk-based work, which makes it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 42% of writer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers in the state have embraced flexible work for content and documentation roles. UX writing and content strategy positions tend to carry the highest share of fully remote options.
How can I get hired as a writer in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is building a focused portfolio while pursuing roles explicitly labeled associate writer, junior content writer, or documentation specialist. Washington's large technology employers including Amazon and Microsoft run new-grad and rotational programs that include writing and content functions. Community and technical colleges across the state offer professional writing certificates that carry weight with local employers. Moving laterally from editorial coordinator, communications assistant, or marketing associate roles at Washington nonprofits, healthcare systems, or government agencies is also a well-established entry point.
Where can I find and apply to writer jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to writer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and the type of writing you do, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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