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Technical Writer Position - Millbrook Corporation, Carrollton, Te xas
Subject:Technical Writer Position - Millbrook Corporation, Carrollton, Te xas From:Carolyn Medlock <CarolynM -at- MILLBROOK -dot- COM> Date:Thu, 20 Aug 1998 17:59:33 -0500
. . . an industry leader in practice management software development, is
looking for a highly motivated results-driven professional to fill the
position described below:
Position Description: Technical Communications Specialist
Scope of Responsibility
Implement documentation plan for next release of product (1999) that
includes update of 1365-page user manual (hard copy and online);
introduction of online help into our product; formulation of a standards
document that outline the processes/procedures that impact every
activity performed in our Technical Communications department;
formulation of tech notes; preparation of miscellaneous marketing
materials. Must be able to digest a product functional specification,
then envision, write, validate, and edit required documentation, and
manage delivery of final documentation via DocuTech and Adobe Acrobat.
Our product is complex. It will require a passion for detail, a serious
communicator, and excellent layout and formatting skills.
Requirements
* Demonstrated experience in producing high-quality materials;
excellent writing/editing skills; good graphic design abilities.
* Proficient in Adobe FrameMaker, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe PageMaker,
and RoboHelp.
* Familiar with Information Mapping documentation methodology.
(optional)
* Past experience as course instructor or teacher would be
beneficial.
* Years of experience: 2-5 years
* Education: Related Degree
Send Resumes and Salary Histories to:
Carolyn Williams Medlock
Manager, Technical Communications
MILLBROOK CORPORATION
3330 Keller Springs, Suite 210
Carrollton, Texas 75006
Or
Fax: (972) 663-2099
E-mail: carolynm -at- millbrook -dot- com
Required: Writing Samples must accompany resumes
