The UX Careers Handbook · Companion resources
Chapter 15: UX Writing
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Thank you to Emily Stevens for writing this section in the book and for providing the initial set of resources for this page.
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- The Rise of the UX Writer by contributor Emily Stevens (UX Planet)An introduction to the emergence of UX writing as a distinct design role.
- How to Become a UX Writer by Anja Wedberg (CareerFoundry)A career guide to UX writing skills and possible routes into the profession.
- Getting Started with Writing Inclusive Copy by Kaitlyn Luckow (UX Writers Collective)An introduction to writing interface copy that is more inclusive.
- What Does a UX Writer Actually Do? by Yuval Keshtcher (Career Foundry)An overview of a UX writer’s responsibilities and contribution to product design.
- How to Create a Stand-Out UX Writing Portfolio by Emerson Schroeter (Career Foundry)Practical suggestions for presenting UX writing work in a portfolio.
- Content designer: role levels and skills (UK Government, refreshed in 2026)A role framework describing content design responsibilities, skills, and career levels.
- Writing Helpful Error Messages (Google)A practical course on explaining errors clearly and helping people recover.
Relevant job titles can include UX writer, content designer, and product content designer. Responsibilities vary by organization, so look at the work described as well as the title.
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