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Technical Writer (Independent Contractor)

Contiem, Louisville, KY, United States


Overview

The final compensation offer will be determined by factors such as the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, geographic location, and other relevant factors. About Us

Contiem, Inc. is a global Component Content Management System (CCMS) and expertise partner. We specialize in creating, managing, and delivering high-value content - technical documentation, eLearning, online help, visualizations, training materials, etc. We continuously challenge the status quo and empower organizations by delivering effective content solutions that help clients achieve their business objectives. Contiem headquarters is located in Annapolis, MD, with additional locations in the US and internationally in Sutton, UK, Chennai, India, and Sydney, Australia. Our elite team of subject matter experts works closely with clients to assess, optimize, and transform their content objectives and operations. Our global team allows us to support clients in 40 countries, including many of the world's largest companies and iconic brands, from various industries such as Publishing, Consumer Products, Healthcare, Technology, and Financial Services. Position Summary

Contiem is seeking a contract Technical Writer to update and deliver updated documentation through client projects. This is a client-facing role requiring consulting and subject-matter expertise, underpinned by a strong delivery track record. This is a temporary contract role with an on-site requirement. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Participate as a client-facing member of a project team. Act as lead writer on documentation project either as a lone writer or as a part of a team. Gather information from source files and subject matter expert (SME) interviews. Ensure documents are accurate and follow best practices for writing technical documentation. Develop new documents and update existing documents as required. Experience And Skills

U.S. citizenship. Bachelor’s degree in technical writing, journalism, communications, or related field. 5+ years’ experience in technical writing with technical writing being your primary job function Experience with IOMs for industrial, manufacturing, or consumer products. Experience with researching and gathering relevant technical data from subject matter experts such as engineers, developers, and programmers, as well as from internal documents. Possess excellent interpersonal and general business communication skills. Experience working independently as well as in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. Demonstrated success working in an environment driven by budget, scope, and deadlines across multiple clients/project. Preferred Skills & Qualifications

HTML InDesign Microsoft Word Optional Experience Preferences

CCMS MadCap Flare Work Hours & Location

On-site during standard business hours of operation in Louisville, Kentucky. Please note, this job description does not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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