Writer Editor Job Description
Writer editor
provides expert oversight of technical writing and editing to all phases of acquisition and technical documentation for the Program, Project or Contract.
Writer Editor Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Provide input for best practices, style guides and templates
Work with engineers, marketing, customer service, end customers, or publishers to establish technical content
Develops content for marketing collateral such as brochures, postcards, event-day signage, websites, email campaigns
Develop content that is compliant with solicitation requirements
Provide persuasion through construction-focused writing
Provide copy, technical edits, and creative edits of in-process and production versions of proposal documents, and provide solutions for re-writes
Assist in the development of supporting materials (illustrations, tables)
Accurately and proactively report on the status of assignments
Ensures final product clearly and effectively communicate the technical information and data to appropriate audiences
Coordinates technical document reviews and approval signatures, which may include appropriate security classification prior to document distribution
Writer Editor Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Writer Editor
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: PMP, IPR, MWC, II, IAT, SAT, MOUS, ELS, DAWIA, PKI
Education for Writer Editor
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the writer editor job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Education, Communications, Journalism, English, Graduate Education, Writing, Graduate, Marketing, Technical, Editing
Skills for Writer Editor
Desired skills for writer editor include:
Computer operations and applications
Computer-based tools in the production of technical documentation
Documentation of technical manuals and documentation
Development of technical manuals and documentation
Grammar
Microsoft Office
Punctuation
Spelling
Excel
Style
Desired experience for writer editor includes:
The successful editor will need to be a crisp and accurate headline writer and demonstrate the ability to recognize significant news and discover genuine newsworthy items published by the public
A successful candidate will also demonstrate the ability to multi-task, communicate clearly and organize his or her work
As we staff 24-7, this post will include a weekend shift and, generally, early morning hours
Able to work well alone within a multidisciplinary team via email as the primary form of communication with the team
Bachelor’s degree in any physical/biomedical science or related field required, neuroscience is preferred
3-5 years’ experience in generating scientific and/or web and multi-media content
Writer Editor Examples
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Writer Editor Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of writer editor. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for writer editor
- Creating a project plan complete with milestones and due dates
- Collaborating with Marketing Managers, Directors and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to gather content and ensure accuracy
- Layout or manage external agency for layout
- Conduct content review and obtain final sign-off
- Ensure project is on-time and within budget
- Assist, as needed, with collection of feedback/changes and layout of key client & internal presentations including board, budget and global commercial meeting presentations
- Seek out and apply Process Excellence strategies
- Supervise and direct photo/video shoots as necessary
- Write original content based on information gathered from subject matter experts
- Edit text provided by subject matter experts
Qualifications for writer editor
- Comprehensive working knowledge of web concepts including content strategy, web writing, web editing, user experience design, information architecture, and web analytics
- Proficient in Adobe Premiere & Photoshop
- Experience working with national brands
- Knowledgeable about current music artists and trends
- Expertise in Adobe Acrobat, MS Project, and basic HTML coding preferred
- Capable of documenting testing procedures and results during UUV operations from small boats
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Our growing company is looking to fill the role of writer editor. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for writer editor
- The exact number of days required may change depending on the needs of the Regional Office and the contractor and the contractor must inform the Regional Office of any foreseen change in the timely delivery of the final product
- Write succinct, clear and conversational news stories for broadcast
- Edit broadcast scripts for errors, omissions and accuracy
- Use video and graphics to enhance stories
- Other production and writing duties as assigned
- 5+ years of news writing experience
- Flexibility in hours and to work holidays if necessary
- Business news or financial services experience preferred
- Marketing collateral, envelopes
- Partner with the Storytelling and Engagement unit and the Assistant Director, Donor Communications, Recognition, & Stewardship to draft approved language for personalized acknowledgment templates tailored to benefactors’ areas of support
Qualifications for writer editor
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Communications, English, Journalism, or related field
- Candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities
- 1 Year of experience with a BS/BA in a related field (0 years with related MS/MA or 0 years with related PhD)
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects to consistently meet high standards and be attentive to quality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with other writer, proposal staff, and technical/operations staff
- At least five (5) years of experience in technical writing and editing for proposals or similar documents and at least three (3) years of experience within the A/E/C (or related) industries
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Our innovative and growing company is looking for a writer editor. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for writer editor
- Maintains a consistent style and voice throughout a variety of communications channels
- Maintains and updates the NERA Style Guide
- Cultivates rapport with investment team based on knowledge of investment trends and ability to communicate complex financial concepts to a broad range of audiences
- Work with an international team of researchers and analysts
- Provide writing and editing support and/or lead responses to RFPs, RFQs, TOs, and RFIs
- Write the department’s newsletter (6 editions per year)
- Prepare center, division, and department communications, and other related materials as needed
- Perform other writing duties as required or assigned
- Communications Trafficking and Project Management
- Route drafts, coordinate reviews/approvals with other faculty and staff
Qualifications for writer editor
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or equivalent required
- 2+ years of experience writing and editing proposals for professional services firm -- or similar technical or financial services content
- Standard American usage of English
- Principles, professional standards, and methods for effectively communicating technical information in print and/or digital formats
- Information gathering, editing/writing techniques, and communication product planning and development
- Methods of producing communication products
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of writer editor. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for writer editor
- Responsible for updating the corporate style guide
- Maintains current library of approved, accurate written content
- Develops content in accordance with Fidelis Care’s Communications and Graphic Standards Guide
- Must have the ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment and meet tight deadlines
- Edits publications and other materials as assigned by the Vice President
- Proofreads Spanish translations done by external vendor to ensure accuracy in content and cultural appropriateness
- Displays a thorough understanding of Fidelis Care’s products and services
- Conducts interviews – in person or over the phone
- Collaborates with team members to ensure content is used on appropriate media platforms
- Generate new content for a recently re-launched website featuring stories highlighting patients, physicians, researchers, and donors
Qualifications for writer editor
- Defining and communicating with targeted audiences
- Formatting principles
- Graphic design and typography principles
- Fundamentals and principles of the basic sciences
- Objectives, methods, and results of R&D and administrative activities in assigned areas of responsibility
- National R&D trends
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Our company is looking for a writer editor. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for writer editor
- Ensure that products meet established standards for document/website organization, clarity, conciseness, terminology, style, and format
- Follow established standards for document/website organization, clarity, conciseness, terminology, style, and format
- Assists with website maintenance and improvement of content for search engine optimization
- Assists with social media content development and dissemination
- Oversees Marketing Department intranet pages
- Perform daily reviews of manual letters produced from CCMS to member and providers to ensure adherence to Article 44 and 49 of the NY State Public Health Law and Appendix F, Medicare Managed Care Manual Chapter 13 and commercial contracts and others as necessary
- Conduct quality checks of CCMS event while reviewing letters to ensure compliance to all managed care regulations while identifying and documenting areas of non-compliance
- Participate in the corporate-wide Letter Management Improvement program and function as one of the department's participants in writing/editing member and provider letters for the Medical Management department
- Assist with the creation, storage, protection, retrieval and retirement of letters to enrollees, providers and facilities from company systems
- Researches, prepares and releases weekly, monthly and annual highlights and accomplishments
Qualifications for writer editor
- Willingness to work extended hours to complete tasks
- Possess and active Top Secret Clearance
- Experience working with a Federal customer
- Write a variety of technical documents
- Extensive writing/editing/proofing experience
- Demonstrated skill in story telling/message development