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  • Our firm, a cutting-edge solutions provider in the healthcare technology sector, is in search of a sharp Part-Time Technical Writer based in Toledo, OH. We're innovators, problem-solvers, and committed to clear, concise technical documentation that allows end users to easily comprehend our product offerings. **The Opportunity** We're not looking for someone to merely reiterate technical information; rather, we're after someone who can effectively and imaginatively translate our product features into user-friendly guides, tutorials, and FAQs. This is a hybrid role where you'll blend remote work with time in our Toledo office for collaborative sessions and deeper product understanding. The position is part-time, approximately 20 hours a week, with scheduling flexibility. The individual will report to the Documentation Manager. **Key Deliverables** * Crafting in-depth user manuals and product documentation for our suite of software solutions. * Creating training guides to help end-users adopt and maximize the effectiveness of our technology. * Developing compelling visual aids (diagrams, charts, and screenshots) to enhance comprehension. * Managing the documentation lifecycle, from initial creation to version control and updates. * Collaborating with software engineers, product managers, and support staff to ensure content accuracy and relevance. * Assisting in maintaining consistent brand messaging across all technical documentation assets. * Working on different iterations of product manuals. * Addressing feedback regarding user documents, as it pertains to errors, or difficulty locating requested content. **What You’ll Bring** * Proven aptitude in technical writing, including proficiency in crafting technical documentation that’s clear and accessible. * Hands-on familiarity with documentation tools and software such as MadCap Flare, Adobe RoboHelp, or similar platforms. * Experience creating, maintaining and updating online documentation. * A demonstrated knack for translating complex technical details into plain language for a diverse audience. * Outstanding research and analytical abilities to extract and validate technical content. * Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, capable of effectively engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Adaptability to working in a fast-evolving, dynamic environment and responding positively to shifting priorities. **Traits We Appreciate** * **Critical Thinking**: You assess information logically, ensuring clarity and accuracy in your documentation. * **Detail-Oriented**: You obsess over the small things to get to the best version possible, while adhering to the provided documents. * **Organized**: You know your projects and deadlines. **Compensation and Benefits** As part of our team, you will have opportunities to: receive mentorship from leaders in their fields; have flexible work arrangements that facilitate an enriching life both inside and outside of work; receive recognition of milestones. Our benefits include: * Competitive Hourly Rate: Starting at $25 per hour, commensurate with skills and expertise. * Professional Development: Budget allocations for external training and certification. * Health Coverage: Company health insurance, effective after 90 days. * Paid time off If you have a passion for technological content creation, we want to hear from you. We strive to present equal opportunity for growth. Your skill set can take our solutions and end-user education to new levels.
    Toledo, OH
    Hybrid
    Part-time
    $25/hour + Benefits
    Technical Writing & Editing
    7 days ago
  • Our educational non-profit located right here in Atlanta, Georgia, is currently looking for a dedicated part-time Blog Writer and Editor to join our team and champion the voices of those we serve. As our organization expands its community outreach, this role becomes absolutely pivotal in ensuring our mission is shared far and wide. **Your Impact** As our Blog Writer and Editor, your responsibilities will go far beyond simply writing and editing; this role will involve creating content that galvanizes action and uplifts the narrative of vulnerable communities. Your work will play a direct part in supporting our ongoing programs and driving vital funding to the area. Your commitment to exceptional standards in both writing and narrative voice will be deeply appreciated. * Research, create, and curate high-quality content for our organization's blog and associated marketing outlets, emphasizing content that aligns with our educational goals. * Ensure that all materials communicate the essence of our mission while conforming to the highest ethical standards. The objective is to convey complex issues of social disparity, yet still showcase positive transformation. * Collaborate with staff and outreach program leaders, creating content schedules that maximize the impact and align seamlessly with organizational objectives. * Develop data-based insights via ongoing analysis, utilizing key performance indicators to inform and adapt our communications. This will ensure campaigns reach full effectiveness. * Craft stories highlighting both accomplishments and beneficiaries, thereby increasing donations and broadening awareness of our programs. **Our Commitment to You** We believe in investing in our people. In addition to a fulfilling part-time role, our compensation package offers the chance to become integral to social innovation initiatives, and to build an enduring network in Atlanta’s non-profit community. * Part-time Position: Offering between 20-25 hours weekly, delivering exceptional flexibility that recognizes the importance of a harmonious balance of career, community and family life. * Focused Support: Dedicated mentorship combined with multiple resources will accelerate skills enhancement, career advancement, and knowledge of our educational impact programs. * Community Integration: Enjoy involvement with local gatherings, enabling active contributions within our vibrant, united non-profit ecosystem. **Ideal Candidate Profile** If you are profoundly committed to the value of education, genuinely moved by the call for equitable opportunity, and seek a function where your talents significantly improve community, you’re certainly the person we would love to speak with. Ideally you’ll be able to show examples of writing that have advanced specific outcomes, exhibiting both commitment to community issues and superior written abilities. * Solid skills in various digital communications mediums, with demonstrable writing work that has advanced social initiatives. * Expert-level verbal skills suitable for both internal group meetings and delivering passionate presentations that inform or encourage our community members. * Proficiency using current SEO guidelines so as to broaden blog reach and maximize our influence inside the broader social work environment. * Genuine commitment to maintaining unwavering ethical values in communicating mission objectives, and assuring messages convey our brand vision and core purpose. Ready to write change? Connect with our team in Atlanta, Georgia.
    Atlanta, GA
    Remote
    Part-time
    $20 - $25 per hour
    Blog Writing & Editing
    14 days ago
  • Our mission-driven non-profit seeks a diligent and detail-oriented Part-time Editor to ensure our communications are crystal clear, compelling, and impactful. Operating fully remotely, this opportunity allows you to work from the comfort of your New York City location while contributing to a cause that truly makes a difference. **Crafting a Meaningful Message:** As our Part-time Editor, you will refine and perfect various content pieces, from blog posts and newsletters to grant proposals and impact reports. Your sharp eye for grammar, style, and consistency will be invaluable in presenting our work in the most professional and persuasive manner. We are looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of quality. **Your Impact: Ensuring Excellence in Communication** * Proofread and edit a wide array of written materials, including web content, fundraising appeals, social media updates, and press releases. * Ensure grammatical accuracy, clarity, conciseness, and consistency of style, tone, and voice. * Collaborate with content creators and program teams to understand the objectives and target audiences of each piece of content. * Maintain and update our style guide to reflect evolving organizational preferences. * Fact-check data and other information presented in documents. * Assist in developing and refining editorial processes and workflows. * Meet deadlines while managing multiple projects effectively. **The Skills You Bring:** * Demonstrated editing journey with an emphasis on clarity and precision. * A proven capability to work with various writing styles and subjects, adapting your editorial approach accordingly. * Familiarity with the Chicago Manual of Style and other editorial guidelines. * Strong communication and interpersonal capabilities to effectively collaborate with team members. * Exquisite attention to detail and commitment to excellence. * A passion for our mission and the communities we serve. **Our Dedication to You:** At our non-profit, we recognize that our team is our greatest asset. We offer: * Flexible work arrangements to support work-life harmony. Remote work, combined with part-time hours, makes for a highly adaptable opportunity * Professional advancement and skill development opportunities through workshops, conferences, and mentorship programs. * Generous vacation and sick leave accrual, allowing you to take time off when needed. * A supportive and collaborative work atmosphere where your contributions are valued and celebrated. * The gratification of knowing your skills directly support a mission that is changing lives. **Ready to Make a Difference?** If you are driven to wield your editorial skills for a greater purpose and want to join a passionate team, we encourage you to apply. Become our next Part-time Remote Editor and help us achieve our organizational goals with clear and compelling communication.
    New York City, NY
    Remote
    Part-time
    $20-$25 per hour
    Editing
    19 days ago
  • Our growing engineering team in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a meticulous and insightful part-time Technical Documentation Specialist. The need stems from a rapid expansion of our software suite, requiring up-to-date and easily digestible documentation for both internal staff and external clients. This isn't simply about recording information; it's about creating a learning ecosystem that allows our users to fully utilize our powerful software solutions. **Key Activities** * Convert complex software processes into clear, concise, and accessible user manuals and API documentation. * Collaborate with software developers, QA testers, and product managers to grasp the underlying function and rationale behind new features and upgrades. * Maintain and update existing documentation to ensure relevance and accuracy. * Generate instructional videos and interactive tutorials to further enhance the user's educational journey. * Develop and manage a content calendar for scheduled documentation releases. * Implement and uphold documentation standards and best practices across the team. * Solicit and act upon user feedback to continuously enhance documentation quality. * Organize and maintain a repository of all documentation materials. **Skills & Experience to Succeed** * An academic background in technical writing, computer science, or a closely related field is helpful. * A solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC). * Proficiency with documentation tools such as Confluence, Gitbook, or similar platforms. * Familiarity with API documentation generation using tools like Swagger or Postman. * Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities. * Capability to work independently and manage priorities effectively. * A proactive approach to problem-solving and a love of intellectual curiosity. * Comfort communicating with various internal teams, as well as some direct client engagement, when necessary. **What Makes this Opportunity Special** This part-time position provides a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in the evolution of our software platform. You will collaborate closely with the core engineering team and have a significant impact on customer satisfaction and product adoption. The role also presents an outstanding opportunity to hone your expertise in technical communication and learn new skills as our product suite continues to grow. We offer a competitive hourly rate, flexible working hours to fit around your other commitments, and the chance to work within a supportive and innovation-focused atmosphere. We are committed to professional growth, and provide funds for your education and industry certifications. Our Lubbock headquarters boasts a collaborative, open-plan workspace that encourages brainstorming and cross-functional collaboration. Our company is deeply rooted in the local community and we participate regularly in local tech meetups and events.
    Lubbock, TX
    On-site
    Part-time
    $25 - $35 per hour
    Technical
    27 days ago
  • Our editorial team is growing and seeking a versatile Web Content Editor to refine, enhance, and optimize website content for clarity, accuracy, and engagement. If you have a keen eye for detail, a knack for storytelling, and a passion for creating compelling digital experiences, this contractor role might be ideal for you. You will contribute to ensuring that our website serves as a valuable resource for our users. **Role Objectives** * Content Refinement: Edit and proofread existing and newly developed web content, including blog posts, product descriptions, case studies, and website copy, to ensure error-free grammar, punctuation, spelling, and sentence structure. * SEO Optimization: Implement SEO best practices by optimizing content with relevant keywords, meta descriptions, and headings to improve search engine rankings and visibility. Conduct keyword research to identify high-value search terms and incorporate them strategically into website content. * Clarity and Consistency: Ensure that website content is clear, concise, and consistent with our brand voice and style guidelines. Simplify complex topics into easily understandable language for a diverse audience. Develop and maintain style guides to ensure consistent application of brand voice and tone. * Collaboration: Work closely with content creators, designers, and marketing teams to align website content with overall marketing objectives. Provide constructive feedback to content creators to improve the quality and effectiveness of their work. Participate in brainstorming sessions to generate content ideas and refine existing content strategies. * Content Performance Analysis: Monitor and analyze website content performance using analytics tools like Google Analytics. Track key metrics such as page views, bounce rate, and time on page to identify areas for improvement. Prepare regular reports on content performance and make data-driven recommendations to optimize content for maximum impact. **Critical Experiences** * Background in English, journalism, communications, or a related field. * Demonstrated experience in editing, proofreading, and optimizing web content. * Familiarity with SEO best practices and tools. * Proficiency in Google Analytics and other web analytics tools. * Strong attention to detail, excellent grammar, and writing skills. * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. * Experience with content management systems (CMS), such as WordPress or Drupal, a plus. **Pay & Perks** * Flexible Schedule: Work from the comfort of your home or office. * Project-Based Compensation: Earn competitive rates for each project you complete. * Professional Growth: Opportunity to expand your skill set and expertise through diverse editing projects. * Collaboration: Connect with fellow team members and enhance our skills together.
    Tampa, FL
    Remote, On-site
    Part-time, Contractor
    $25-$45 per hour
    Editing, Web Content
    about 1 month ago