Technical Editor

Technical EditorDescription: Technical Editor Are you an experienced Editor with a versatile and creative side? Are you tuned in to effective web-based communication and end-user language? Can you be open to innovation and best practices that suit Our Client's customer base while upholding the style guidelines that inform the content experience as a whole? If so, you may be the person we're looking for. Our Client needs an experienced Editor to work on UI text, user assistance content and marketing communications for the company's cost per click ad network. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who knows how to develop effective end-user content, enjoys managing the editorial process end-to-end and who wants to be part of a growing team in this exciting business space. Core Responsibilities: Edit UI text and online Help, print and Web-based documentation. Edit global go-to-market content such as customer-facing e-mails, letters and sales presentations. Keep content effective and compelling while ensuring that all external-facing content is compliant with guidelines (legal, geopolitical, branding, localization, privacy, security, etc). Keep terminology and feature descriptions consistent between the product and all content sources. Develop productive relationships with partner teams who function as content sources; become a valued and indispensable part of their publishing process. Manage terminology between groups and publications. Develop and evangelize style guidelines. Create project goals and editorial schedules; manage multiple tasks to completion on schedule (setting expectations and working out priorities with partner teams).About Our Client:The Software Giant, a well known Software Development Manufacturer, headquartered in Redmond, Washington, is committed to the long term mission of helping their customers realize their full potential. They are motivated and inspired every day by how their customers use their software to find creative solutions to business problems, develop breakthrough ideas and stay connected to what's most important to them. This is an estimated 180 - 365 day contract through Volt Technical & Creative Communication - a division of a Fortune 1000 publicly traded Staffing Industry Leader, which is headquartered in Bothell, Washington. We are among the largest IT staffing companies in the US for contract/temporary and direct hire placements and support most of the top rated IT companies in the Pacific Northwest. Requirements: Please rest assured that if your resume matches what is reflected in this job posting, you should receive a phone call from a Volt Recruiter to discuss this position with you. Required Skills for this Technical Editor includes the following: Strong editing skills at every level of edit, from developmental to copyedit. 3+ years of experience editing UI text and assistance content for consumers or business owners. B.A. in English or Communications or 3+ years of relevant experience. Experience editing marketing materials. Able to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects and drive projects to completion with little supervision. Experience using Source Depot and XMetaL. Knowledge of the MSTP, UX Guide and the Chicago Manual of Style. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Outstanding attention to detail combined with an ability to see the big picture. Knowledge of guidelines for UI text, help content and compliance with security, privacy, legal, branding, messaging, localization, geopolitical and accessibility requirements. Knowledge of marketing and service communications concepts. Search industry experience a plus. Experience gained while work at the Redmond, WA based Software Giant a plus.Special Instructions to begin the process: Please email your resume to Volt at: bothell0219@volt.com and it will be expedited to the Recruiter assigned to this position, to readily discuss this job with you! Please use the entire job posting number in your subject line to ensure it gets routed to the correct Recruiter: 300121-49-12-226986 If you are able to include on the subject line the website where you saw this posting, this would be great!Thank you for your attention to these details!This position is urgent and you will be given immediate consideration should your resume meet the job requirements.Volt has a talented and upbeat staffing team focused on the quality of your career. Volt is a world leader in the staffing industry, boasting over 50 years of experience. We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions. We offer many direct hire full-time positions as well as many contract positions and offer our contractors competitive pay and benefits, as well as education programs and re-deployment assistance.Volt Information Sciences, Inc. is our parent company and is a publicly owned corporation. Stock is traded over-the-counter and is quoted on the NYSE. To learn more about Volt Information Sciences, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.comVolt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to fostering diversity in the workplace.Location: Redmond, WA Type: CONTRACT Duration: 180 - 365 Days Pay Rate: 30.00 - 35.00 Hourly DOE Contact: Volt Technical and Creative CommunicationVolt Workforce Solutions21520 30th Dr. S.E., Suite 100Bothell, WA 98021PH: 425/806-1900FX: 425/806-1920  Connecting talented people and respected companies. APPLY NOW Job Information Reference ID: 300121-49-12-226986 Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Location: Redmond, WA 98052 Status: Temporary/Contract/Project Salary: 30.00 - 35.00 Hourly DOE Job Category: Editorial/Writing Contact Information Company: Volt Workforce Solutions Address: 21520 30th Dr. S.E., Suite 100Bothell,WA 98021 Email: Apply by Email Phone: 425/806-1900 Fax: 425/806-1920