CDE820, Contract Developmental Editor (3-6 mos, part onsite/Palo Alto), to $65/hr W2
Source: Synergistech Communications, Inc.
Job Code: CID819
Job Title: Contract Developmental Editor
Cash/Prizes: Up to $65/hr W2 (firm)
Audience: Economists, securities traders, and financial analysts
Location: Palo Alto
On/Offsite: ~2 or more days/week onsite
Relo/Visa: No
Duration: 3-6 months
Company Industry/Products/Services:
Developer of software that facilitates financial analysis
Company Size:
[x] Small
[ ] Medium
[ ] Large
[ ] Very Large
Company History:
[x] Pre-IPO Startup
[ ] Established Company
[ ] Industry Leader
Team:
One staff dev-doc Technical Writer (who’s managing this project), a Contract API Technical Writer, a Contract Instructional Designer, and a Contract Marcom Writer. Another division of the company has a separate publications team.
Tasks:
- Proofread and provide production and detailed developmental edits of software developer, marketing communications, end-user, and instructional content for a suite of sophisticated financial analysis applications
- Assist with related tasks, as appropriate
Required:
- Top-notch, showable portfolio of (preferably before-and-after) edited software documentation, training curricula, and/or marketing communications writing samples
- Demonstrable record of productivity under pressure, smooth collaboration, and excellent judgment
Desired:
- Willingness to immerse yourself in the world of portfolio analysis, financial strategies, market indices, and similar esoteric topics and optimize content for different kinds of audiences
Summary:
Sophisticated financial analysis startup needs a productive Contract Developmental Editor with an exceptional eye for detail and excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills, to improve the quality and consistency of their documentation and marketing message.
Posted: 8/21/2008
Starts: ASAP
To apply:
Email andrew@synergistech.com with your resume in Word format, citing the job code “CDE820″ in your subject line.
