[Remote] Technical Writer
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. They are seeking a Technical Writer to create and manage training materials and customer communications, collaborating closely with subject matter experts and various teams to ensure content accuracy and adherence to branding standards.
Responsibilities
- Create, edit, update, and manage training guides, eLearning courses (Rise), knowledge exams (Storyline), training videos, certification documents, and case studies for Licensing and Tax software products
- Own the end-to-end lifecycle of 90+ training assets, including guides, courses, and videos, with library expansion as a key priority
- Gather complex technical data and translate it into accurate, easy-to-understand content for a wide range of target audiences
- Edit, clarify, and proofread documents written by peers and subject matter experts in a timely manner
- Capture and update screenshots, GIFs, and short videos using SnagIt, Camtasia, or Adobe Premiere; apply effects such as zoom and highlight as needed
- SCORM-export courses and exams; publish, test, and release content through the Thought Industries LMS
- Create Help Hero in-app tours, feature release notifications, and alerts for AppealTrack and License Pro products
- Edit conference-related videos and documents, including captioning, audio quality review, and copyediting of PowerPoints
- Collaborate with SMEs, product managers, trainers, and instructional designers across US time zones to gather source material and ensure accuracy
- Analyze design specifications and requirements with project managers, sales teams, and other appropriate stakeholders
- Participate across multiple platforms—including SharePoint, Box, NetSuite, and issue trackers—to ensure all documentation needs are met
- Communicate issues or risks to project leads proactively
- Provide peers with assistance and foster a team environment where ideas to improve efficiency, process, and morale are welcomed
- Perform effectively as a collaborative team member while also working independently with minimal supervision
- Understand and anticipate customer business needs; proactively search for opportunities to exceed customer expectations
- Build and maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships through clear, professional communication
- Adapt to change in projects and the organization with a positive and solutions-oriented mindset
- Seek opportunities to fulfill goals in your career development plan, such as training or stretch project tasks
Skills
- Minimum of three years of experience writing or editing technical documents
- Four-year degree or certification in technical communication or a related field
- Experience using Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, and image editing software (e.g., SnagIt)
- Experience using SharePoint and similar platforms for documentation management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of professional American English
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to learn new software applications quickly and work effectively with minimal supervision in a dynamic environment
- Ability to maintain focus and produce written content at the computer for extended periods
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to adapt communication style to diverse stakeholders and use diplomacy and mediation to accomplish objectives
- Experience with Markdown, HTML, XML, or other languages used in the creation of online documentation
- Experience using Git for documentation version control
- Experience with MadCap Flare or similar structured authoring tools
- Experience with eLearning authoring tools such as Articulate Rise 360 or Articulate Storyline
- Experience with video capture and editing tools such as Camtasia, Adobe Premiere, or SnagIt
- Familiarity with SCORM standards and Learning Management Systems (e.g., Thought Industries)
- Experience with Adobe FrameMaker or similar technical publishing tools
- Familiarity with Agile development processes and cross-functional product teams
Benefits
- Annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance
- Range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles
- Competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more
- Hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations (Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process)
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