Technical Editor And Writer Jobs in California

Experience with project management or event coordination

Manage the Imagery Workflows website by coordinating the writing and release of documentation in a content management system

Knowledge of GIS and remote sensing

Utilize your experience with imagery products to ensure our solutions are simple and deliver a great user experience

Knowledge of image processing and analysis

Review and edit content from authors and subject matter experts for consistency, clarity, and technical accuracy

Manage a stable of freelancers

3-5 years experience as a journalist and/or writer in media, marketing, or advertising

Excellent short-form and long-form writing skills in a variety of voices and tones to work across various mediums

Excellent grasp of grammar, AP style, and familiarity with AA conformance requirements (or a willingness to learn)

Solid editing and proofreading capabilities

Copywriting experience a big bonus but not required

You are aware of the trends in future of work, personal finance, and entrepreneurship

Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively

Content Creator — YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram

Reselling and Thrifting — including eBay, Etsy, Mercari, Poshmark, and others

E-Commerce — including Amazon, Shopify, and your own online store

Gig Economy — like DoorDash, Uber, or Lyft

Skill at mentoring and training staff to grow their writing and editing skills

A bachelors degree in: English, World Literature or Communications

Ability to present and collaborate in engaging, nurturing, direct and informative ways

Paid time-off; 401k program and firm contribution

Medical and group disability insurance

Resources to support networking, training and business coaching

We prefer that you have experience with Sphinx, using reStructuredText and/or Markdown

Some experience with DITA (ideally using Oxygen XML Editor) would also be helpful

Experience documenting both software and hardware products

Skills for supporting multiple projects and multi-tasking

BA/BS in Technical Communications, Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)

Possess some computer programming experience and/or experience documenting APIs in the code using tools such as Doxygen

Analytical, negotiation and project management skills, including the ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization.

Bachelor's: Communications, English, Journalism Public Relations (PR) or related field. or equivalent education/experience

5 years recent relevant experience.

Versatility and experience in a variety writing styles such as marketing, technical, executive, and employee communications.

Work independently, as well as be part of the team, with organizational, interpersonal, negotiation, and communication (verbal and written) skills.

Manage, prioritize and drive multiple complex projects in an ever-changing environment to deliver quality products and services on-time and on-budget.

Experience with web content management systems (e.g. Drupal) a plus.

Production and project management: Set and track internal deadlines; negotiate tactfully with stakeholders. When necessary, provide project management for smaller projects.

BA/BS degree or higher—preferably in English, journalism, or a science—or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Enthusiasm for science, education, and the Exploratorium’s mission.

Experience working with Google Docs and Google Sheets.

Experience with project tracking software (e.g. JIRA) a plus.

Manage the knowledge base, including formatting, style, and structure

Quarterly reporting of stats and metrics corresponding to the knowledge base

3+ years of technical writing experience

Polished written and verbal communication skills

Edit existing and new articles, ensuring high-quality and consistent feel

Work with the technical support engineering team to create new, necessary documentation