TECHWR-L Premium Jobs, Events, and Announcements

["techwr-l owner" <techwr-l-owner -at- lists -dot- raycomm -dot- com>]

You received this message because you're a subscriber to
TECHWR-L. This ad posting is sent daily directly to all 
list members to help underwrite the costs of the list (just
as ads in a newspaper, magazine, or journal underwrite the
costs of those publications). 

In this posting, look for the following ...
  * ANNOUNCE: Create Help Systems with ComponentOne Doc-To-Help 6.5 (NEW)
  * ANNOUNCE: Quick survey for managers, leaders, writers and  contractors
(NEW)
  * STORY:  Why not make technical writing easier? (NEW)
  * ANN: TRAINING FOR TECHNICAL COMMUNICATORS (Adobe, MS, XML, Macromedia)
  * ANNOUNCE: Free Webinar: Effective Job Search Strategies
  * JOB: Technical Writer Needed for Help System (work via the internet)
  * JOB: Tech Writer & Web Designer Job in Madison, WI 
  * ANNOUNCE: Welcome Quadralay as a New Platinum-level Sponsor! 
  * PSSST! Calling All Tech Writers! 

and at the end you'll find the concluding administrivia with 
information about these ads and how to place your own. 

#########################################################

ANNOUNCE: Create Help Systems with ComponentOne Doc-To-Help 6.5

ComponentOne Doc-To-Help 6.5 delivers improved performance and
reliability and dozens of new features, providing a framework for
enhancing the end-user experience. Users can easily author Help
systems and high quality printed documentation from a single set of
maintained Word documents.  You can save time, increase productivity,
and maintain consistency by authoring your Help systems in a robust
environment with more flexibility than ever before!

Users can easily create HTML Help, cross-platform HTML-based Help,
WinHelp, JavaHelp(tm), and print documentation. New features include a
variety of customizable templates; extended paragraph styles; Visual
Studio .NET style Help; enhanced graphics handling; WYSIWYG Contents
Editor; better support for combinations of lists, tables, and margin
notes; built-in styles for authoring "What's This" topics and mid-
topic jumps; and extended indexing.

Buy ComponentOne Doc-To-Help 6.5 today for only $449.95 and SAVE $50
off the MSRP for the full version. Current Doc-To-Help 6.0 customers
will receive the Doc-To-Help 6.5 upgrade at no cost. Users of earlier
versions and competitive Help authoring tools can upgrade to Doc-To-
Help 6.5 for only $249.95, that's $50 off the MSRP.

For additional information or to order, please contact us via
email at sales -at- componentone -dot- com or call 1.800.858.2739. Please use
order code: DTH403400 when placing your order. Offer expires
August 31, 2003. www.componentone.com/d2hads403400


07/08/03-07/15/03
##############################################################

ANNOUNCE: Quick survey for managers, leaders, writers and  contractors

I am doing a new survey for LavaCon www.lavacon.org on the most common
problems managers, team leaders, and independent contractors face when
doing their jobs in the current economy.

Can you please take a moment to answer the following two questions?

Please send responses to info -at- lavacon -dot- org NOT to the list.

Thanks in advance, Jack!

Q1:  Of the following management-related problems, which THREE are most
applicable to you or your department?

         Having to do more and more with less and less?
         Tired of doing more and more with less and less?
         Not getting the support you need from upper management?
         Not getting the resources you need from upper management?
         Have too much to do and not enough time to do it?
         Have too much to do and not enough resources to do it?
         Don't have the resources you need to do your job?
         Worried about your department being downsized?
         Worried about your job or department being "off-shored"?
         Is your work not appreciated?
         Is your department not appreciated?
         Is someone on your team not cutting it?
         Is there something more you need to know about estimating
projects?
         Is there something more you need to know about managing projects?
         Is there something more you need to know about managing your
department?
         Is there something more you need to know about managing people?
         Thinking about a career change?
         Want to advance your career?
         Thinking about moving into management?
         Thinking about starting your own company?
         Are company politics getting in the way of doing your job?
         Is something getting in the way of doing your job?
         Other (specify):



Q2:  Of the following, which THREE would you most want to achieve?

         Learn how to survive these tough economic times
         Learn how to flourish despite these challenging times
         Learn how to get the resources you need
         Get the data you need to support your business case
         Get the metrics your need to support your business case
         Learn how other managers are handling that problem
         Learn how to support your business case
         Learn how to increase your value to your company
         Learn how to get the recognition you deserve
         Learn how to get your department the recognition it deserves
         Learn how to survive internal politics and economic challenges
         Learn how to handle difficult people
         Learn how to handle difficult employees
         Learn how to land new clients
         Learn how to start your own business
         Learn how to grow your business
         Learn how to market your business
         Take your career to the next level
         Other (specify):



LavaCon: The International Conference
on Technical Communication Management
October 13-17, 2003
www.lavacon.com


07/07/03-07/14/03
##############################################################

STORY:  Why not make technical writing easier?

"Why do you need a screen capture program anyway - can't you just use the
Print Screen key?" a conference attendee asked.

Dan the technical writer supressed laughter.  "You can . . ." he began,
"if you have a lot of time on your hands."

"What's the difference?" the man said suspiciously.

"I use SnagIt because it saves me time.  It allows you to capture an exact
copy of anything that appears on my Windows screen - I can get just a
menu, a Web page, a button and more!"

"Wait - you mean, you don't have to edit it all out?"

"No.  You can choose exactly what you want.  And, you can capture images,
text - even video."

"Can I save my preferences?  Can I annotate my captures?  Can I save an
entire Web page as a single image?" the man asked.

"Yes, yes and yes," Dan said solemnly.

Still dubious, the man asked, "Hey . . . what do you do?"

Dan straightened his spine and lowered his voice a few octaves.  He said,
"I am a technical writer.  And therefore I know of what I speak."

Get SnagIt today for $39.95 at www.techsmith.com.

07/07/03-07/14/03
##############################################################

ANN: TRAINING FOR TECHNICAL COMMUNICATORS (Adobe, Microsoft, XML,
Macromedia)

All the training that you need and wherever you need it to be.  Check out
http://www.certifiedalliance.com for information on   hands-on training
and workshops in:

- Adobe FrameMaker, Acrobat, Illustrator, GoLive, and Photoshop
- MacroMedia Products
- Microsoft Office Tools
- XML and XSLT (including DocBook courses)
- Single Sourcing, eLearning, Indexing, and Technical Writing


This Alliance of certified trainers is a collaborative effort between:

- Bright Path Solutions http://www.travelthepath.com
- Front-Runner http://www.front-runner.com
- GRAFIX Training http://www.grafixtraining.com
- PUBSNET http://www.pubsnet.com

The overall goal of the CertifiedAlliance is to deliver a "best of breed"
solution to companies across North America. This group of business
partners have the drive to exceed in their relationship building with
clients. Contact an Alliance member to find out how they can help you
reach your publishing goals through superior training.

All Alliance members are peer approved and use Alliance approved trainers.
Training with a CertifiedAlliance training center ensures you will receive
high quality training from an excellent instructor. It also means that you
will be supported as you move forward from training class to real-world
situations.

http://www.certifiedalliance.com


07/03/03-07/10/03
##############################################################

ANNOUNCE: Free Webinar: Effective Job Search Strategies

KnowledgeStaff, a staffing and consulting firm specializing in the
learning and content development marketplace and Interwise are
sponsoring an interactive 1.5-hour online seminar on effective job
search strategies on Wednesday, July 16 at 4:00 PM (EST).

In today's tight marketplace, you not only need to find the job
opportunities and generate enough interest to secure an interview, but
also figure out a way to differentiate yourself from the competition.

Join us for a presentation of some of the lesser-known tactics and methods
used to locate, prepare, and secure new job opportunities. Topics will
include:

** Developing a Job Search Plan

** Effective Resume Strategies for Gaining the Employers Attention

** Locating Opportunities

** Effective Interview Strategies

** Mood Management

The seminar will provide examples and online demonstrations that you can
begin using immediately to increase your likelihood of locating new
employment. For more information and to enroll:

http://www.interwise.com/live/viewevent.asp?eventid=1222&source=ID1222TECHWR






07/03/03-07/10/03
##############################################################

JOB: Technical Writer Needed for Help System (work via the internet)

I am seeking a technical writer to produce a Windows HTML Help system
and possibly also an associated user manual (for print) for a piece of
software we distribute - there is an existing online help system that
can be referred to, but it needs to be re-written with some new topics
added, to cover new program features.

The candidate should have relevant experience in technical
copywriting and help system authoring.

If you're interested in quoting for this job, please e-mail me
a brief resume, along with examples of previous work and I'll
send you more details about the product etc.

Regards, Philip Hodgers.

philip -at- puresoft -dot- co -dot- uk


07/03/03-07/10/03
##############################################################

JOB: Tech Writer & Web Designer Job in Madison, WI

We are looking for an individual to work as both a technical writer
and web designer at our corporate headquarters in Madison
(Middleton), Wisconsin.

General Job Description and Requirements :
+ Editing, formatting, and layout revisions for all training manuals,
product user manuals, installation instructions, release notices, e-
mail newsletters, and marketing pieces.
+ Maintenance of our corporate web site, adding additional content to
enhance the value of the site.
+ Ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously;
ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
+ Exceptionally detailed oriented.
+ Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
+ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Technical Writing Requirements :
+ 3 to 5 years of technical software documentation experience.
+ Ability to review and edit documentation to improve clarity and
usability.
+ Experience with Desktop Publishing Software, including Adobe
FrameMaker, eHelp Robohelp, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and
Adobe PageMaker.
+ Expert knowledge of FrameMaker conditional text features for
content reuse (conditional text, reference pages, master pages) and
creating output formats from a single source.

Web Design and Development Requirements :
+ 1 to 2 years of related web site design and development experience.
+ Experience with Web Site Authoring Software, including MS
Frontpage, Netobjects Fusion, and Macromedia Dreamweaver.
+ Expert knowledge of HTML, including hand coding of efficient HTML.
+ Ability to develop original JavaScript when called upon.

This position is for someone with a passion to succeed, proven
writing ability, natural curiosity to ask questions, a history of
meeting deadlines, excellent verbal communication skills, strong
attention to detail, and strong information gathering skills.

For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should send their
resume as an MS Word attachment to the email address,
recruiting -at- bossintl -dot- com, indicating Technical Writer / Web Designer
in the subject line. Include web links and/or samples along with
compensation requirements.

We are accepting resumes from local candidates only. No relocation
package or moving expenses are available. EOE. This is not a contract
or short-term position and please do not apply if you are not seeking
full-time employment. Please do not contact us if you are a staffing
or contracting firm.

BOSS International is the market leader in developing high-tech
software for Fortune 1000 companies. We have been in business since
1986, with offices throughout the world. In 2001, we were
acknowledged as the 16th fastest growing company in Madison, WI.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and look
forward to hearing from you. For a full company description, please
visit our web site at www.bossintl.com.


06/30/03-07/07/03
##############################################################

ANNOUNCE: Welcome Quadralay Corporation as a New
Platinum-level Annual Sponsor!

Join us in welcoming Quadralay Corporation as
a new platinum-level annual sponsor!

Quadralay Corporation is a leading provider of
comprehensive online publishing and Help system
delivery capabilities for users of Adobe FrameMaker
and Microsoft Word.

WebWorks Publisher Professional 2003 for Word and
WebWorks Publisher Professional 2003 for FrameMaker
are leading software tools for distributing documents
in standard electronic formats such as HTML, XML, and
XHTML and for delivering sophisticated online help systems.
Writers worldwide use WebWorks products to publish electronic
versions of Adobe FrameMaker and Microsoft Word documents for
their customers, employees, and business partners.

WebWorks AutoMap, a server-side application, enhances productivity
by simplifying and streamlining conversion processing. With this tool,
writers can now manage entire ePublishing environments and processes
with scheduled, controlled, multi-functional workflows.

Welcome--and thanks to--Quadralay Corporation as a key
TECHWR-L sponsor.


06/27/03-07/04/03
##############################################################

PSSST! Calling All Tech Writers!

Did a mentor (or several mentors) help guide
you in the profession? Most of us can name at
least one person who made a difference in our
technical writing careers.

Take the time to help someone who is new to
the profession, exploring it as a possibility,
or is facing difficult issues in the workplace.

Do you have one or more or the following?

* Experience determining whether TW is
   right for you?
* Experience in a specific industry?
* Experience transitioning from another
   career into tech writing?
* Experience getting a TW job right out
   of college?
* Experience finding out your niche?
* Experience solving on-the-job problems?
* Experience working with difficult people?
* Experience with tools of the trade?

TECHWR-L's Find a Mentor feature includes
many people who are seeking a mentor to
help them with these and similar issues.

TECHWR-L's Mentoring Feature is easy to use.
Just review the information of those seeking
a mentor, find someone whose needs suit what
you can offer, and then contact the potential
mentee via email. Maybe you can help by answering
a few questions...or maybe you'll build an ongoing
mentoring relationship.

Come on! Get involved!

http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/mentoring/candidates.php3


06/26/03-07/03/03
##############################################################

About posting ads:
Announcements on the TECHWR-L Premium Announcement posting 
cost $50 to contact over 5100 TECHWR-L subscribers
directly each day for a week. 

In an effort to provide a free service that allows you to post 
announcements, jobs, and events, however, we have established other 
services:

The TECHWR-L Calendar provides a free resource for you
to post announcements, activities, and events:
http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/calendar/

The TECHWR-L Employment Central provides a free resource
for you to post, browse, and search job listings and personal
profiles: 
http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/employment/

The TECHWR-L Daily Summary Mailing, a separate mailing list
that summarizes new content posted to Employment Central and
the Calendar, can further help get your 
message out to interested people: 
http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/daily-announce-info.html

These resources are available at no cost to anyone, posters 
or seekers, TECHWR-L subscribers or not. We encourage you to
regularly use these free services. 

For jobs, announcements, and events that you specifically 
want to be mailed directly to all 5100+ TECHWR-L subscribers 
in the TECHWR-L Premium Daily Announcement, please contact Eric 
(ejray -at- raycomm -dot- com) or submit your paid ad at
http://www.raycomm.com/techwhirl/postad.html.