Writer/Editor and Learning Content Specialist

UPS; Honolulu (HI); Hybrid; USD 79,300 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser is seeking an E‑Learning Writer to craft engaging e‑learning content across enterprise topics, working with leaders, SMEs and multimedia teams. The role is hybrid, based out of our Seattle HQ, with onsite presence Tue–Thu and collaboration across the broader L&D team.

You will write scripts, storyboards and assessments, manage multiple projects, and drive content quality and timing through close stakeholder partnership.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience (with 5–7 years preferred) writing in a business environment.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, content organization, design, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent project management skills with precise attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Write engaging, effective training content including scripts, storyboards, learning activities, course content, knowledge checks and assessments.
• Partner with internal business leaders to understand training needs and develop plans that meet goals.
• Work with subject‑matter experts to interview, organize content, incorporate feedback and gain approvals.
• Conduct supplemental research on training topics as needed.
• Use e‑learning tools to create the right training option for each business need.
• Lead projects from start to finish with timelines, content gathering, development and evaluation.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete them on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with the L&D team to ensure content alignment and utilize facilitation skills as needed.
• Continuously improve e‑learning materials through research and innovation.

Skills

Writing skills

Storytelling

Content organization

Critical thinking

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

We are a small but mighty learning and development team at Weyerhaeuser, focused on creating and delivering in‑person and online training experiences. The E‑Learning Writer will craft e‑learning content across enterprise and business topics, working closely with internal leaders, subject‑matter experts and multimedia teams.

This role reports to the Manager of E‑Learning and is a hybrid position based out of our Seattle HQ (onsite Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday).

Key Responsibilities

• Write engaging, effective, and easy‑to‑digest training content, including video scripts, storyboards, learning activities, course content, knowledge checks and assessments, step‑by‑step guides, and other instructional content.
• Partner with internal business leaders to understand their training needs and develop training plans/outlines that meet expected goals and objectives.
• Work effectively with subject‑matter experts to interview them about their expertise, write and organize that content, incorporate feedback, and gain approvals for final products.
• Conduct your own supplemental research on training topics as needed.
• Use e‑learning authoring and multimedia tools to create the right training option for each business need.
• Lead projects from start to finish, including assessments, project timelines, content gathering, writing, design, development, implementation, and evaluation; communicate project status updates to stakeholders consistently and on time.
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete them on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with the broader learning and development team to ensure content alignment, and to leverage their facilitation and other skill sets as needed for blended curricula.
• Continuously improve the quality of our e‑learning materials and approach through research and innovation.

Qualifications

• Submission of a cover letter and 2–3 writing samples is required for consideration.
• At least 3 years of experience (with 5–7 years preferred) writing in a business environment.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, content organization, design, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent project management skills with precise attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Tech savvy with the ability to learn new software and tools quickly.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Passionate and committed to learning new skills, software, and knowledge.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing learning content in a business environment.
• Experience writing content for complex technical topics.
• Experience writing a variety of instructor‑led and hybrid training solutions (e.g., facilitator guides, workshop materials, learner materials).

Benefits

• Compensation: Eligible for our annual merit‑increase program, with a salary range of $79,300 to $119,000 based on skills, qualifications and experience; also eligible for our Annual Incentive Program, which offers a cash bonus targeting 7% of base pay (potential plan funding may range from zero to two times that target).
• Benefits: Comprehensive employee benefits plan, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance; pre‑tax Health Savings Account with company contribution; voluntary Long‑Term Care and Employee Assistance Programs; support for personal volunteerism; diversity networks sponsorship; mentoring; training and development opportunities.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with paid company match and an annual contribution equal to 5% of base salary.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of paid vacation in the first year for employees scheduled to work 25 hours or more per week; after six months, accrue additional vacation; 11 paid holidays per year; paid parental leave for all full‑time employees.

Job Information

• Location: Seattle, Washington, USA
• Schedule: Full‑time, Day shift
• Job Level: Individual Contributor
• Job Type: Experienced
• Shift: Day (1st)
• Hybrid work: Onsite Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
• Relocation assistance: Not available

Equal Opportunity Employer

Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay, and thrive with our team.