REMOTE Technical Writer

DESIGNWORKS; Ridgeland (MS); Remote; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to join their team in Mississippi. The successful candidate will produce user manuals and guides while maintaining documentation standards. This role requires strong writing skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in technical writing or related field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality user manuals and documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends in technical writing.

Skills

Writing

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Research

Editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing

Advanced degree (MA) preferred

Professional certifications (STC, CPTC)

Tools

Help authoring tools (MadCap Flare, Adobe FrameMaker)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Technical Writer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in technical writing, excellent writing and communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Create high-quality user manuals, guides, and documentation to support our products and services.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, engineering, and marketing.
3. Develop and maintain documentation standards, style guides, and best practices.
4. Conduct research and interviews with subject matter experts to gather information for documentation.
5. Edit and revise documentation to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency.
6. Develop and maintain documentation for multiple audiences, including customers, employees, and partners.
7. Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in technical writing.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field.
2. Advanced degree (e.g., MA) preferred.
3. Minimum 3 years of experience in technical writing or a related field.
4. Professional certifications, such as STC or CPTC.
5. Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
7. Proficiency in help authoring tools, such as MadCap Flare or Adobe FrameMaker.

TIFANY STRATON
DESIGNWORKS
3065 Brighton 2nd St
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Phone: [phone]

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