Editor/Writer

Digital Prospectors; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Prospectors in Lexington, MA is seeking an experienced professional to provide editorial support for technical and administrative content. Responsibilities include creating, editing, and producing user-friendly documentation while collaborating with subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, or a related field and have at least 3 years of relevant experience in technical writing or communications. A strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite is also essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in communications, technical writing or knowledge management.
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required.
• Experience with gathering and synthesizing information.

Responsibilities

• Provides editorial support for technical and administrative content.
• Creates, edits, and produces user-friendly content.
• Works in coordination with subject matter experts and project teams.

Skills

Excellent written, visual and oral communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

SharePoint

Job description

Length: 3+ Year Contract

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provides editorial support for technical and administrative content in the form of print and digital deliverables, including procedures, technical reports, specifications, award nominations, conference materials, web pages, and other documentation supporting operational initiatives. Creates, edits, and produces user-friendly content in coordination with subject matter experts and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications or related field
• 3+ years of related experience in communications, technical writing or knowledge management
• Demonstrated excellent written, visual and oral communication skills
• Must be able to convey information effectively and in an inclusive, accessible and clear way
• Experience with gathering and synthesizing information to develop process maps, workflows and related documentation
• Must be highly organized, able to multitask and handle several projects simultaneously
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy is required
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and social media (e.g. LinkedIn, Glassdoor)
• Experience using Knowledge Base component of ServiceNow
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Skills

• SharePoint

Digital Prospectors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Digital Prospectors affirms the right of all individuals to equal opportunity and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.