Technical Writer

Responsible for creating and writing standard operating procedures(SOPs) for various departments within the organization. Documentation may include how-to guides, references, manuals, cheat sheets, or instructions

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explain technical ideas in simple language.
• Write technical direction on product announcements, marketing brochures, advertisements, marketing specifications.
• Meet with customer representatives, vendors, executives, or publishers to establish technical specifications.
• Create user documentation for a variety of material, including how-to guides and instruction manuals.
• Ensure technical verbiage is easy to understand by the layperson.
• Gather information on their subjects in libraries and on the web.
• Prepare charts, graphs, or forms to go along with rough drafts.
• Ensure fields flow in the correct sequence.
• Write clear and concise policies and procedures.
• Create tables of contents and cite sources.
• Submit copies to managers for feedback.
• Adjust copy as necessary and proofread for grammar and spelling.
• Release the document following final approval.
• Provide updates and different editions as necessary.

Bachelors Degree in English, Corporate Communications, or similar; or equivalent experience.

Three or more years' experience in technical writing; prefer SOP experience.

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.

Samples of work, either electronic or printed, for review.