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Technical Writing Position with Vixel Corporation in Bothell, WA
Subject:Technical Writing Position with Vixel Corporation in Bothell, WA From:Lin Laurie <linlaurie -at- EMAIL -dot- MSN -dot- COM> Date:Tue, 18 Aug 1998 17:58:03 -0700
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Position Description: Technical Writer
Scope and Responsibility
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1. Responsible for any necessary research, writing, editing
and authenticating technical
user manuals, application papers, product descriptions,
product specifications and
training manuals in a clear and concise style. Improve
editorial and visual standards
for documents and recommend new designs and layouts.
2. Responsible for writing Java-based online help screens.
3. Prepare installation guides, user manuals, product
specifications, data sheets and
training manuals.
REQUIREMENTS:
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1. Strong research and writing skills, ability to assimilate
Vixel's internal processes quickly.
2. Strong communication skills, professional demeanor,
attention to detail.
3. Intimate familiarity and demonstrable working knowledge
of PC applications specific to
above responsibilities.
4. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Robohelp, Java,
Adobe Pagemaker,
Adobe Acrobat
5. Years of experience: 2 - 5 years
6. Education: B.S. (or equivalent experience)
Rick Swanson
Customer Service Manager
Vixel Corp.
11911 Northcreek Parkway So.
Bothell, WA 98011
(425)806-4016
email: rswanson -at- vixel -dot- com