Technical Writer Resume
Here’s a sample of what your Technical Writer Resume should look like while applying for Technical Writer Jobs.
795 Hammond Dr NE, Apt 209
San Diego, CA 92101
(123)-000-1234
name@emailaddresscom
Summary:
A highly motivated individual who is quick-witted, intelligent and competent; is able to grasp complex software and technical concepts quickly and is able to translate them to understandable and logical ideas; has strong technical background strengthened by a graduate degree in technical writing; has excellent organizational, communication and writing skills; has strong ability to work and beat tight deadlines; possesses extensive functional knowledge in the areas of electrical components, hardware and software, as well as networking
Professional Experience:
Senior Technical Writer January 2007 – Present
ABC Company, Los Angeles California
Responsibilities
Wrote, edited, and maintained training manuals for the simulation tools
Created online help systems and reference manuals
Worked with graphic artists, programmers and testers to develop end user documentation
Technical Specialist May 2004 - December 2006
Brandon & McMahon, Inc , San Diego, CA
Responsibilities
Wrote, edited and created proposals, end-user software and hardware manuals
Created small business websites using search engine optimization tools
Gathered business requirements and documented them in a language understood by both IT and business teams
Built user case studies, including documenting process flows, business rules, tasking and notifications
Proofread term papers, reports, applications, and resumes for high school and college students
Designed personal and small business websites, business logos, and graphics
Documentation Specialist February 1999 - May 2004
Foster & Price Corp, Los Angeles California
Responsibilities
Translated correspondence for international clients from English to Spanish and Spanish to English
Observed and documented production, experimental, and developmental activities
Read work orders, instructions, formulas, and processing charts
Observed and documented production, experimental, and developmental activities
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in English, Yale University, CT, 1999
Skills:
Excellent communication and writing skills
Excellent computer skills and expertise in using Microsoft Office tools
Possess exceptional research skills
Knowledgeable and experienced in SEO techniques
Comfortable and ease with using popular web technologies
Experienced in writing various online collaterals
Awards and Affiliations:
Member, The Society for Technical Communication The Content Wrangler Community
Member, Editorial Freelancers Association (EFA)
Member, HTML Writers Guild (HWG)
Member, International Webmasters Association (IWA)
