Job Reports To The Manager Of Data And Analysis

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Technical Writer/Editor
Reports to the Manager of Data and Analysis

Purpose of this position:
This position will require working closely with both the customer personnel and Alphaport project managers.
The selected applicant will edit and format documents in accordance with appropriate specifications, style, and branding. Some documents may be Sensitive But Unclassified.
Candidate may write, rewrite, edit, or proofread technical manuscripts, promotional products, online content, corporate internal publications, and business development deliverables. Technical writer/editor will conduct quality control checks to ensure compliance with guidelines, specifications, and deadlines.

Position Location:
 Cleveland, Ohio.
Key Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:








Determine and apply appropriate levels of editorial treatment to project materials
Edit and re-write portions of technical documents, and write original content for promotional materials
Prepare and assist with preparation, coordination, copyediting, and proofing of large and small proposals
Develop or maintain templates for documents
Write or edit press releases, marketing materials, Website copy, and internal corporate communications
Perform miscellaneous marketing and business development activities
Serve as mentor to interns

Technical Writer/Editor

03/2011

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Basic Knowledge and Skills:












Proven technical writing and editing skills
Superior command of the English language including rules and usage
Strong analytical, planning, organizational, and time management skills
Strong research skills including gathering and analyzing data from multiple sources (subject matter experts, project managers) to develop Web content, and possibly training materials and online help content
Proven ability to create creative, unique, and relevant online content for the Web
Superb interpersonal communication skills, particularly where