Members Looking for Work
How to
submit an ad
Notices are submitted each month and are limited to STC members. Submissions must be approximately 100 words or less.
Please send your mini-ad/bio to the editor at rbradsh2@san.rr.com.
Ads should reach the editor no later than the 20th of the month. Earlier submission is encouraged. Ads received after the 20th will be inserted if possible. If not, they will be inserted in the following month's newsletter.
Nadine C. Barter
Bowlus
chezbowlus@earthlink.net
Experienced developer of tutorials for computer training modules for common office productivity programs. I have practical knowledge of course development, document design, production, and editing. I am interested in contract positions where I can apply my skills and continue learning.
SKILLS: Instructions and procedures, document templates, document design and editing, graphic design and layout, basic web design and HTML, developer documentation (databases, Java, C++).
TOOLS:
Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, FrameMaker 6.0, Systat 10, Windows 2000, MacOS
7 through 9.
Ken
Wilson
Looking for full-time or contract work as technical writer, training
course developer, or Web site developer.
These general categories describe the diverse experience I can provide a company from 7 people to Fortune 100. During thirteen years of contract work I was involved in all aspects of documentation development. My last three years with a dot.com gave me the opportunity to become involved in all aspects of a company's operation; tech pubs, marketing, usability design and analysis, Web site development, project management, quality assurance, engineering, and inventory scheduling.
Contact
Ken Wilson at 760-431-2429 or view complete experience details at www.lgtechnology.com/ta.
[NOW
EMPLOYED AS A DIRECT RESULT OF STC NETWORKING]
L. Sharon Bradshaw
sbradsh2@san.rr.com
(858) 586-9496
Seeking
technical writer/editor permanent or contact position.
Versatile thinking, quality oriented technical writer and editor specializing in highly technical and complex documentation. Award winning documentation contributed to over $100 million in company revenue. Nine years of experience includes researching, interviewing, writing, editing, illustrating, and desktop publishing. Background includes Web content development, script writing, audio and video production. Proven ability to successfully balance multiple projects with competing deadlines.
TOOLS: FrameMaker, Word, Acrobat, Power Point, Illustrator, Visio, MIF2GO, HTML, Windows 2000, and Macintosh 9.x.
Faye
Rivkin
frivkin@aol.com
Desired:
contract or full-time marketing or technical writer position.
Creative
writer, editor and proofreader with experience in different industries, including
telecom, pharmaceutical, chemical and medical diagnostics. Coupled with a degree
in Chemistry, this detail orientated, project management background allows me
to get up to speed quickly in new environments.
My diverse writing portfolio includes user manuals, case studies, Requests for Information, journal articles, training materials and white papers. The project of which I am proudest is the complete rework of a website, including design, user interface and content.
SOFTWARE EXPERIENCE: MS Office, Visio, Adobe Acrobat. Currently learning PageMaker.
Erica
Ueland
eewe@earthlink.net
Writer with background in computer-based training, instructional design,
editing, QA, and team management is available for contract or permanent assignment.
Eight years experience researching and writing interactive courseware, lesson
specifications, objectives, job aids, tests, scripts, storyboards, management
plans, manuals, reviews, test plans, QA plans, checklists, government reports,
brochures, news releases, proposals, booklets, recommendation reports, and aviation
materials.
Recent work is on IMI (Interactive Multimedia Instruction) DoD contract. Active security clearance.
TOOLS: Proficient/familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, WordPerfect, PhotoShop, Access, Dreamweaver, Visio, Quark, SnagIt, HTML.
Barbara
Dryer
(contact employment@stc-sd.org)
Writer/editor with over 10 years of experience developing information for software, hardware, and integrated systems. Specialize in application help, end-user and system administrator guides, tutorials, training manuals, design documents, and functional specifications. Experienced at single-sourcing for multiple output formats, content management, usability, project management, interviewing subject matter experts, gathering requirements, performing task analysis, and working on cross-functional teams.
TOOLS:
Proficient with Word, RoboHELP/HTML, FrameMaker, WebWorks Publisher, Dreamweaver,
hand-coding HTML, and a little JavaScript. Currently learning information architecture,
Web programming, XML, and API documentation.
Available part-time as
a freelancer or contractor.
Judy
Edelblute
judyedel@san.rr.com
(858) 278-0255
Looking for permanent or contract work as a technical writer. My recent experience is in biotech. I have experience preparing software user manuals for technically trained users, biotech Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Control and Material Specifications, Certificates of Analysis, and Performance Qualification validation reports. The project I enjoyed most was writing summaries of Quality Control testing procedures and how they were validated for a Biological License Application submitted to the FDA.
TOOLS: Proficient in Word 97, WordPerfect 9.0, Excel 97, Visio, digital cameras, and PowerPoint. Classes in FrameMaker 5.5, Access 97, CorelDraw, Acrobat, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Sean
Griffin
sgriffiner@juno.com
(760) 500-1367
I
am an experienced writer/educator/manager seeking a position in the technical
communications field. I have eight years experience teaching writing skills, business
skills, and computer skills; seven years experience in retail management; a Bachelor
of Science degree in Business and Management; and a California Teaching Credential.
SKILLS: Research, writing, editing; document design; development/adaptation
of training courses and materials; implementation of training in classroom and
seminar settings
TOOLS: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher,
FrontPage, PageMaker; Windows and Macintosh operating systems
Lana
Walker-Helmuth
lana@pe.net
(909)
302-1794
Chief
cook and bottle washer in the communication field available. Extremely versatile,
I have broad experience in writing, editing, and publishing across several industries.
Recently I've specialized in software user support, including writing user guides,
developing Help systems, and designing and producing training materials.
I'm enthusiastic and proactive, show initiative, and always go above and beyond what's expected. For example, while at San Diego City Schools, I initiated, designed, and developed a Web-based performance support system for users of a new student information system.
TOOLS: RoboHelp Office, Microsoft Office, Dreamweaver, FrontPage, NetStudio, Image Composer, QuarkXpress, and many more.
Howard
Bush
howardbush@yahoo.com
(619) 379-9946
Seasoned
technical writer can help you meet your critical documentation deadlines. No task
too big or too small. Qualified and experienced in a multitude of document types,
audiences and writing styles. Expertise
in Framemaker, MS Word, HTML, document transfer, initial layout, final editing,
etc.
Call or e-mail today for free consultation.
